Cincinnati Preservation Association

201 Mulberry Street, Over-the-Rhine

One of Over-the-Rhine’s oldest houses has been saved from demolition and is being stabilized by the City. In March, the Greek Revival brick townhouse at 201 Mulberry Street had a partial rear collapse, and preservationists feared it was headed for emergency demolition.  CPA Advocacy Committee members visited the site: they determined the damage was due to neglect, not hillside slippage, and that the house could be repaired. The house also has a common wall with another dwelling, boasts a panoramic city view, and is located on a street with reinvestment activity. In April the City’s Property Maintenance Division chose to stabilize the house as part of its Save Our Structures program, and work is now underway.  A lien will be placed on the property for the cost of stabilization. CPA commends the City for their leadership on this issue and thanks Cincinnati’s preservation community for their support.

Posted May 20, 2011