Cantone Residence

The Cantone family, who immigrated to Canada in 1907 from Italy, built this heritage building
in 1917 and lived in it until the late 1940s. The Henkelmans, a family of German immigrants
who built 5470 Wales across the Street, purchased 5471 Wales Street from the Cantone family and lived in it until recently (the house was listed for sale in 2012). The fact that only two families had lived in the house for nearly a century has contributed to its survival in good condition.

The house features extensive craftsman details including a large covered porch, wood
brackets and fascia boards, original trims and window casings, and wood sash windows. The
building appears to have been raised in the past which has resulted in the current guard and
stair assembly at the front of the house, which is not the original profile.

In 2017, the building was designated as a heritage building. The 2017 development plan application proposed to consolidate 5471 Wales Street and the adjacent parcel at 5443 Wales Street, restore the heritage building and convert it to a Multiple Conversion Dwelling containing two Dwelling Units. It was proposed to be relocated on the site, with a small addition added to the rear.

The image added is from Paul Eviston, real estate, in 2012. If you have a recent image, please email jessica@vancouverheritagefoundation.org. Thank you!

Source

City of Vancouver