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50 QUEEN STREET WEST BRAMPTON, ONTARIO L6X 4H3 TEL. (905) 451-6610 FAX (905) 451-1549

David A. Dash, L L . B . 0 9 5 3 - 2 0 0 4 )

Richard D. Prouse, M A , L L . B . Dalkeith Palmer, B .A. , L L . B . , L L . M .

(Also ofthe New York State Bar) -Louie-I.-SopO-V,-B.A--(Hons),XL.-B _

Kalen L. Brady, B E S H o n s , L L . B .

Evan Moore, B .B .A . (Hons.), L L . B .

Kate M . Saldanha, B . A . (Hons.), J .D.

Robert B. Crouch, B.A. , L L . B . Ralf R. Jarchow, B. SC., L L . B , Mahzulfah S. Uppal, B . A . L L . B .

Paul Dhaliwal. B.A.. J.D. , Chris Tonks, L L . B . J. David Keith, B.A. (Hons.), J .D.

Russel E.

February 22, 2013

FEB 2 5 2013 Telephone:

(905)451 -6610 e T t Q W N OF CALEDON CLERK'S DEPARTMENT

VIA MAIL

Town of Caledon 6311 Old Church Road Caledon, Ontario L7C 1J6

Attention: Clerk , ' ! ) j , , t

R E : 12529 Chinguacousy Road, Caledon, Ontario (the "Property")

We are the solicitors for Mr. David E. Murray, who is the owner of the above mentioned Property.

Further to the requirements embodied in section 27 of the Ontario Heritage Act, please take this correspondence as our client's sixty (60) days written notice of his intention to demolish and/or remove the barn located on the Property, which is a non-designated heritage structure, pursuant to the Town of Caledon Council Resolution 2010-475.

The barn located on our client's Property is in a significant state of disrepair, and is an imminent danger to visitors and/or trespassers to the Property. Please find enclosed an original copy of an inspection report in respect ofthe barn on the Property requisitioned by our client from Mr. Bob Dickie of Flute to Footing Home Inspections Inc.

We note that Mr. Dickie states in his report that "this barn is in a very unsafe condition and should be demolished before someone is injured, since the property is vacant and open to trespass". Mr. Dickie further details in his report his findings with respect to the roof, exterior, structural, and interior sections ofthe barn.

Although Mr. Dickie has recommended demolition of the barn structure at the Property, our client was recently approached by Canadian Antique Lumber Company Ltd., who has expressed an interest in disassembling the barn and erecting and preserving it at a client's property located in Ottawa, Ontario. Should Mr. Murray be permitted to allow Canadiah Antique Lumber Company Ltd. to disassemble and move the existing barn structure to another location, Canadian Antique Lumber Company Ltd. has proposed that they will facilitate the removal of the barn from the Property at no

C 0 S t t 0 ° U r d i e n t r ^ ^ n ^ R T M E N :

Please find enclosed for your review two letters to our client from Canadian Antiqi jeJLumher^A^ ^>^> Company Ltd., dated February 18 and 19, 2013, with respect to the aforemen|®gd_rjra£ojaj_by_ Canadian Antique Lumber Company Ltd. ~™

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Should you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact the undersigned.

Yours very truly,

PROUSE, DASH & CROUCH, L L P

Per: Chris Tonks

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cc: Sally Drummond, Town of Caledon, via email; and Client, via email.

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BARN INSPECTION FOR DAVID E. MURRAY

TO DETERMINE STRUCTURAL SOUNDNESS AND SUITABILITY

FOR REPAIR

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CONTRACT/RECEIPT No. 80834

Inspection Address 12529 CHINGUACOUSY ROAD, BRAMPTON

Date: Tuesday, January 08,2013

-GHent(s>Name(s); tWtp-grMURRAY

Time: 10:00

Mailing Address:

City/Town:

Phone #: Home

C e l l * :

Apt. #:

Postal Code:

905-646-9138 Business #:

289-214-7386 E-Mail Address: davidearlfnurrayOme.com

CONTRACT

I/we, the above named client(s) request an inspection of the inspection address noted above. The inspection is to be performed by the below noted inspector/inspection firm in accordance with industry accepted Standards of Practice.

It is important for the client(s) to understand that the inspection report is based on the limited visual inspection of the readily accessible aspects of the building. The report is representative of the inspector's opinion of the observable conditions on the day of the inspection. While this inspection may reduce your risks of home ownership, it is not an insurance policy, warranty or guarantee on the home. Neither the inspector nor the inspection firm will assume any risks related to this home's future performance, or lack thereof. This report is for the exclusive use ofthe contracted parties and may not be used by third parties without the prior written permission from the inspector/inspection firm.

IAve have read, understand and accept the terms & conditions as outlined here and on the page opposite this contract entitled "What You Should Expect From Your Inspection ". I/we also understand that legal liability of the inspector, the company and its agents for damages, arising from action or inaction, however caused, is limited in amount to the fee paid for this inspection. Please initial here

Clients/Representative Signature Date

If Client(s) is (are) represented, please print name or representative

Base Fee:

Other:

Tax:

Total Fee:

R E C E I P T

$200.00

$26.00

$226.00

Payment Form Cheque

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Received By (Signature)

X M ) Flue to Footing Home Inspections Inc.

515280 2nd Line Amaranth, RR#1 Shelburne Ont, LON 1S5

PH 519-925-0836 FAX 519-925-3673

email: bob@fluetofooting.ca

GST/HST# 82232-6823-RT0001

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THE BIG PICTURE No. 80834

TJtis page represents the overall condition ofthe property on the day of the inspection. This is where we bring to your attention significant short term items. NOTE: This page is NOT the full report We would like to again bring to your attention that a home inspection is visual in nature. Items/areas that were not visible/accessible during the inspection are beyond the scope of comment for this tvpe of inspection. Please read all ofthe report forms along with any appropriate sections.

ROOFING a) . -3 ; • 7 c • is Poor Typical Excellent

50% MISSING AND BALANCE READY TO FALL OFF

EXTERIOR (i) .. 5 4 3 > -Poor Typical Excellent

BOARD SIDING IS IN FAIR CONDITION HOWEVER EXPOSED FOUNDATION IS IN VERY POOR CONDITION AND DETERIATING RAPIDLY

p Regular Maintenance P Not Inspected P Regular Maintenance P Not Inspected

STRUCTURE (1) ; 3 < I ? % K Poor Typical Excellent

IS IN VERY POOR AND UNSAFE CONDITION WITH

INTERIOR (1) .:. - v : 7 .: ', Poor Typical Excellent

FLOOR IS UNSAFE TO WALK ON DO TO NUMERIOUS NUMERIOUS BROKEN BENT CONECTIONS AND BEAMS ROTTEN BOARDS AND HOLES WITH DRY ROT

P Regular Maintenance p Not Inspected P Regular Maintenance , p Not Inspected

HEATING I 7, 3 5 5 7 fl v : u Poor Typical Excellent

N/A

COOLING ? 1 Z 4 (:; 7 S Ul Poor Typical Excellent

N/A *-

P Regular Maintenance P* Not Tested/Inspected P Regular Maintenance p Not Tested/Inspected

PLUMBING : ?. 3 4 H 6 / e ") Poor Typical Excellent

N/A

E L E C T R I C A L ] 2 ?: A 5 i 7 8 Poor Typical Excellent

N/A

P Regular Maintenance P Not Inspected P Regular Maintenance P Not Inspected

THE OVERALL RATING 0 2 3 * 5 3 3 V ' i

Poor Typical Excellent

(This rating compares this house with those of similar age or construction and/or neighbourhood. THIS BARN IS IN VERY UNSAFE CONDITION AND SHOULD BE DEMOLISHED BEFORE SOMEONE IS INJURED SINCE THE PROPERTY IS VACANT AND OPEN TO TRESPASS.

PLEASE READ ALL NOTES WITHIN!

LOCATION/ORIENTATION - For the purposes of this report:

The front of the house is considered to be facing:

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Temperature: 0 i

Style of Home: «>.t:«c!v.-ul i>=k. Sen Mw

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Weather: (ixixmyj)(3xy,) >

en facing the front door from the outside:

Stories: (L) I.:. 1 2 .\ cE-; _•• J

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ROOFING D E S C R I P T I O

Failure probability (next 5 years) J" Low p Medium J lHgh

No. 80834

R O O K

MAIN

S E C O N D

G A R A G E

O T H E R

F L A T

C O V E R

METAL

S L O P E

7:12

A G E (+/-)

20+

Chimneys

P~ Metal P Masonry P Stone

Skylights

P Glass P" Above roof line

P Plastic p Flush to roof line

p Solar tubes

p Other

Restrictions

p Walked on |*" Ladder at f^ga

p From ground f With binoculars

P Chimney interiors) not inspected

P % snow / frost / ice covered

P Flat roof not visible / inspected

P" Inaccessible under deck

P Inaccessible / not inspected

Roof Cover Codes Explained:

A=Asphalt Shingle AR=AsphaIt Rol l , BTG=Bui l t Up T a r & Gravel , BT=BuiIt Up Tar ,

CT=CIay/Concrete Tiles WS=Wood Shingle/Shakes, ERM=Exposed Rubber Type Membrane M=Metal

INSPECTION FIND]

An inspector cannot accurately predict roofing

system failure

N O T E S : P System appears fine J - No suggestions at this time

j Review roofing when clear of r: s r . X I K ,

f" A s k vendor for roof receipt - for warranty purposes

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mr r-ap>-T'i!np v M s c HV»- i-.t3n.:iK>

1.0 Garage(s): but:M.- -c i i r i • -n .ckci l (.bningc-A ^ c j u t i . $IPWM!V-. ><•'.>:-••.'. mi^h>E. n a « v . * ld p u i c h c t l

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p a t c h e d Mrt im». i-s'o branche.-,. » :v j r w v v i h m . vctncraHK'.'uiipivUiitable

3.0 F L A S H I N G S / P R O T R U S I O N S

3.1 Kidge/Hip: ca-aH .ini:. •.msefcetf. d a m i t j s e d gt<:mi)v->. b x w . p u i c l v d ulncrab! . . '

3.1 Valley: ^ a i s i l . f i i . c rucl -cd a ' a m a y e d s i a m r f - o . h*>Ne. p n i c l i c U . v u l m w M c

3.1 Roof/Wall: •.•aalkin---. i l a n m g v d la ise. p«>iciK-.l. ; t c p : o < u m c r i b s h m * vu i i ion i ' i l e

3.2 Parapet Wall: « > « i M n g . » l u m ; i t t t L k n « c '.KU'X t|u»!h\. itisi

3.3 Chimney(s): c v p . tau'.kmsi. c r . . ck£u . J a a i a u u l . .K-ierionit.-Milvnminu. dr ip .vilat P i i d m c r . tociLiln

monui. na i ! . - . nun C J R rast. : w w s p a l l i n j . > i t T ' ^ v i w w r l l a < > i i i t s

3.4 Plumbing Stack: euidar:;,. cv<i!ar. o r a c l e d d n a i j i c d tc.WMig. ub^ .spv i . r\m

3.5 Electrical Mast: --aelKbvj. a--b: - i i iy . ? u p p , w i

3.6 Vents: c a i i i k s n c i l a m a ^ d !-»><*.•. nui (% m « i « . .n>an.ii-.

3.7 Skylight(s): c a d k a ^ . era - - !dd aaiYiay:-!. b c U f m ai di-anaLi d ; d

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EXTERIOR DESCRIPT ION

No. 80834

Wail Finishes P Brick p Block

P Stone y Wood

p Stucco/EIFS

p Aluminum siding

P Vinyl siding

P Shakes/shingles

P Insulbrick

Driveway/Walkway

p Asphalt p Concrete

P Interlock j*? Gravel

P Other

Windows W Wood P Metal

Retaining WaUs

P Wood p Stone

P Concrete

p Masonry Block

P Other

P Vinyl P Sliding

p Casement p Awning

\y Rxed P Skylight

P Single/double hung

p Single glazed

P Single and storm

p Double glazed

p Triple glazed

Doors W Wood p Metal

P Vinyl P Sliding

P French P Screen

p Garage-Vehicle

P Garage to house

P Garage to yard

Decks And Porches Front p Side P Back

p Secondn"hird Floor P Roof

SoffitfFascia

P Aluminum

P Wood p Vinyl

Lo t Grading

p Flat P Ravine

P Slopes to house

P Slopes from house

P Vulnerable lot

P Other

Restrictions

P Trees, shrubs, greenery

P Newerflnishes/paints

p Access under decks / porches

P Grading hidden by snow / storage

P Inaccessible wall

p Garage- locked / full / stotage

p Driveway not inspected

P Other

Eavestroughs/Downspouts

P Aluminum P Galvanized steel p Plastic p Other

Downspouts Discharge:P Above grade P Below grade

INSPECTION F INDINGS

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2.0 Downspouts: u K ^ - e d . d&roag«s\ d U c b m a c ckn*: ; u l m « K . J i w l i a r s e lor-».>!'. N a r w . (ffiSsjngJ)pa;m U ' . M . '.|(M1(U>

3.0 Soflif/Fascia: d a m a g e d , ksose . <Jnissinj£) i «ami roi

u T. F L 4.0 Wall Finishes: !>?kk. C C - P U M . e m s & m s . c i a . k c . i . ( amage (deteriorali3 > r . j j - s . j a - . -a - :c r . . (loose)

(morta ) i ja. im. - . p a l l i n g . wv-qMns: M c s tfyood/ground prox5nTg>

u T R 5.0 Windows (also see interior): i . -auikina. . a a c U a i . • j a m a - A i L <geterioraie3j> p a a n . s c n x t w

' .vca iher y r i p p i n g . • A i n t k * u v l l v c f R o n s . w i w l ' a n n i m s p r i n i n m v

u T R 6.0 Doors: o u u l M n s . c r< icb :o . (damage3j) I i i . i i n rda .a iv . t - f i e m i h m . pa int , -screem. . w e a t h e r s i n r t p i n a

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7.0 Decks & Porches: d u n a i i e d . »k iv r i i >n i i cu . h n i i o c . kn in ims . pa i ro ra i l ing- - , - .k -p- . . a o p . a t

>.vr--ai:ajv.and p r . i y w i j y

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u T R 9.0 Retaining Wall(s): O a m n s a l c^eriorated (leaningj) u i v p i i i g h r J c s

10.0 LotGrading: a a u l M n u ai d n v o v . a i v .a i !^v . r , \ \ \ \ \ , \ d r a i n a g e l o v I m \ u ! n t r a b ! c . --lopi:

11.0 Garage Door Opener: a d j u - a . a n a < n-.asa. ; s" - j - ' - i a i U -a

12.0 Garage: a H M n a u c d ' o w d i i s c i . d a m a s a l d a i a r ' a a a a J . ;in..T d a w n s . -

i t i t i c i i i c n i / c r a i : ! . ; . . gits p r m r i m g . v t ^ i l ' t t n w i i d p n t f i r o m

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STRUCTURE D E S C R I P T I O N

No. 80834

Roof Structure

P* Trusses

IV Rafters

W Wood

P Steel

P Other _

Roof Sheathing

J*2-J21anks/Boattls

P Plywood

P Waferboard

P Other

Exterior Walls

sejBrek-Veneer-

p Wood Frame/Brick Front

p Wood Frame

p Solid Masonry

P Stone P Other

Foundation

p^-Peured-Gonerete

I Block p Brick

p Stone P Wood

P Modified/Addition

p Other '

Columns & Beams

P Steel p' Wood P Block

p Concrete P Brick

P Other

Floors

P Joists p Trusses

P Plywood p Concrete

P Waferboard p Wood P Steel

Restrictions

f Roof Structure/Sheathing (attic I-mleW - • noi tbun-J' none t o r . vnniil. sealed-

design Hiiishe? s!o:a;v.e. vieaved from hatch)

P Exterior Walls (f i n WKS . greenery, obstructions, snow, siorsge)

P Foundation ( % not visible) {finishes, greenery. »r>>trucik>ns:

insulation, snow, storage) Crawlspacehatch - not found, none too small; scaled:

p Interior Columns / Beams;. finishe!-. sto-rago

P Floor System; finishes) p Other ,

INSPECTION F INDINGS

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BARN IS OLD STYLE B E N T CONSTRUCTION A N D IS IN SUCH POOR

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CONDITION FROM BEING EXPOSED TO WATER (50% OF ROOF -

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MISSING) AND FROST D A M A G E (NOT ACTIVELY HOUSING LIVESTOCK) •

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THAT IT IS VERY UNSAFE AND PROBABLY C A N N O T BE REPAIRED WH

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ECONOMICALLY .

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U R R 1.0 Roof Structure: in.v-.cd. c«ls.- i .uio>. c r n e f c c l . (dimagei) ileu-nr-iM..--.!. (gj^fied/repEiiretojfot)

iwi ' -aed

u R R 2.0 Roof Sheathing: (damaged ) d d a n i i r a - a a . qeak evidence^) miirfe- . . . r . « . «>fi

u B IS 3.0 Exterior Walls: (^ \ve^03u1gln^(^ack^(^a iS^ m a a i i ; . . - d Y c p a i t \ : d . r--.r.-,iar. w i t l c m c i i L f i l l i n g

u B IS • 4.0 Foundation: (fiowedj) •.t:it!;a i x p i c a l i i i ' a e v . d . a a a a c d . <^tcnoratec£> ' c a l . c v i d e n w

n i e d i i k d a a p a t i V ' l i r c c r t m i s

u 1 IS 5.0 Columns: (jfimaged^tdSterioj^tedJ^ m n iT iLdiaa ' . m n p l u w h . ^L){|uspect)

u 1 IS 6.0 Beams: (aamage^taSterioratwf^tgffl supjp^<ini^^

u 1 R 7.0 Floors: : : . i - ; ! t . ! .s . brace.-; m t e U a . a:aaia.-.a. J - jmsi i ' . -U . igndsuppqrg).!..i-.; h:atoi<

iH.?u'.ifi.:d r-.a-.airc..i. i c v c r ; e crev-i i . (rot ) s a i l . -caa;*. (imspecS)

8.0 Pest Evidence: d t a a a a e . d i c i p n i n u a . i x - s u t h i W e . MHV.VI. v . o w l t*\m<

9.0 Fire Separation: uraita-au- r n v 1 » uk -n«x . i w n i p k i o . 'iu^-aria. an a! i d ad

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Insulation R-Value N/A

I Fiberglass

P Mineral Wool

Cellulose

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j " Plastic/Poly

P Kraft Paper

P Not Visible

p MIA ;

Ventilation

p Roof Y~ Ridge

P" Soffit f" Gable

p Vent Fan

Other

INTERIOR D E S C R I P T I O N

Ceilings & Walls

f Drywall/Plaster p" Paneling

P Stucco/Textured f Wall Paper

p" Wood P Mirror P Ceramic

P Tile P Suspended P Brick/Stone

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Floors

p Carpet p Ceramic

p Resilient | Lammate

ly Hardwood/Softwood

P Marble/Stone/Slate

P Other

Stairs

p Main

Basement

P Second

POther

Doors

W Regular/Swinging|

P Bifold

p Sliding/Pocket

P French

p Glass

Basement/Crawlspace

P Concrete p Dirt Floor

! Raised Floor

P Walk-out

P Other

Fireplaces

p Masonry p Stone

P Wood p Insert

p Wood Stove f Gas

p Rough-in p Decorative

Restrictions

P Storage P Furnishings p Newer paint/finishes

P Attic Hatch- v o ; roi^d- None Too Small Sea'ed

P Access Denied To By

Items Not Inspected

P CO Detector(s) f Cable P Appliances

P Security/Intercom P Central Vac P Telephone

P Chimney Interiors) P Other _N/A :

INSPECTION F INDINGS Suggests relatively dry - today Basement Moisture Indicators: WET

p7 Suggests Moisture Penetration p Suggests Isolated Moisture Penetration

P Confirms Wet Basement P Improve exterior grading/downspout extensions

|v Monitor Closely P Suggests Wet Basement

PLEASE READ SECTION 12.0

An inspector cannot accurately predict future basement/crawlspace moisture penetration.

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P Add/Upgrade Railings-Now-Safety at

p Clean/Review Fireplace/Chimney-Now-Safety INTERIOR CONDIT ION IS VERY POOR AND FLOOR IS VERY UNSAFE DO MANY ROTTEN AND BROKEN FLOOR BOARDS

Safety: Test/Upgrade/Install Smoke Detectors Upon Occupancy!

Insulation: ana uut. a-ao.h>:-: dram-be -ana. pc»i lUciicc -aeaaae. u!ia uneven. u.s>:>lcV. v.ct

Vapour Retarder: daa n v t w m k i c . Iveiaivn. mLv.in^. '-aai

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Canadian Antique Lumber Co. Ltd. 1488 Margaret Crescent

Penetanguishene, Ontario, L9M 2B3 705-549-1833, fax 705-549-0300,

sjbarndemo@rogers. com

February 18, 2013

Dear Mr. Dave Murray,

As per our most recent conversation - I am writing this letter to re-itinerate our latest

comments on the barn structures located at 12529 Chinquacousy Rd.

I am pleased to inform you that through our extensive contacts in the antique lumber

business we have a potential buyer for the barn structures. I am happy to advise you that this

potential customer is located in Ottawa area and therefore the structures will remain within

our country and province to be enjoyed by fellow Canadians.

Furthermore, the last structure on the property which is best described as a drive

shed/implement shed is also of interest to us to be disassembled, repaired, re-erected and

repurposed.

I feel however that it is my duty to inform you though that the longer these buildings remain

as they are, open to the elements, the further the structures and the framing will degrade

and rot. It is very important that the interior beams retain their original patina and colour to be

desirable to the end user. The longer the materials are exposed the less valuable they

become. We urge you therefore to finalize your plans for these structures and look forward to

hopefully hearing from you in the near future.

Please feel welcome contact me if you have any questions of concerns regarding the above.

Best regards,

Shane Asselin

Canadian Antique Lumber Co. Ltd.

canadianantiquelumber.ca

CANADIAN ANTIQUE LUMBER CO. LTD.

1488 Margaret Crescent Penetanguishene, Ontario, L9M 2B3

705-549-1833, fax 705-549-0300, sjbarndemo@,rogers.com

February 19, 2013

Dear Dave,

Thank you for the opportunity to visit and inspect your old bam, located at 12529

Chinquacousy Rd.

Over the past decade I have had the opportunity to look at, dismantle and/or demolish very

many barns. I have found, that while it is true that all century old barns are a testament to our

country's history, unfortunately not all are feasible to be kept and preserved in their original

condition, but sometimes better to be dismantled and recycled. This recycled antique lumber

then continues to live on with new purpose in many new applications. With this in mind,

please find below my thoughts and findings on your structure.

Your barn structure is comprised of 3 barn frames joined together; the main front piece

( which is missing half the roof) and the 2 smaller frames erected and joined together in

behind.

Damage to the main front barn is clearly evident; half of the front roof is missing and the back

part has shifted from its' original resting place. Also, there is obvious long term water

damage to the 2 smaller frames added at the back of the main structure.

Furthermore upon closer inspection, the rafter plate beams in the main front barn reveal rot

tunnelling through both beams. It has been our experience that when there is obvious and

visible rot occurring in a structure , that there is a strong probability of rot occurring and

hidden in other major frame members.

Therefore, it is my opinion, based upon my experience with many barn demolition,

dismantling and preservation projects throughout the years, that the best way to address all

the issues and potential problems listed above, is to;

a) totally or partially dismantle the buildings ,

b) complete the replacement / repairs to the deteriorating timbers

c) and reassemble the frame structure.

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Then at this point in the preservation project, it would make good sense to address any

problems with the barn foundation and perhaps consider putting it on a new foundation to

preserve the barn indefinitely.

To simply "patch-it- up", without addressing the hidden rot issues will lead to eventual

deterioration in the future.

I would be happy to meet and discuss the possibilities of dismantling the main front piece and

finding a new home for it, to be restored to its original state and repurposed. The 2 smaller

back buildings would be dismantled and repurposed as antique lumber material.

I would like to also note that in October of 2012 we had the opportunity to work closely with

Fieldgate Developments and the Historical Society of Brampton to disassemble two other

barns frames also located on Chinguacousy Road. These structures were not feasible to be

preserved on site but rather have since been restood and repurposed into beautiful and

unique family homes.

Please contact me if you have any questions of concerns regarding the above.

Best regards,

Shane Asselin

Canadian Antique Lumber Co. Ltd.

canadianantiquelumber.ca