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Gigliotti
Gas Station
(1920's), Geneva,
Ontario County.
threatened
landmark status: Contributing site to a downtown Geneva National Register district; eligible for National Register listing as individual site.
threat: demolition.
This 1920s, semi-circular, colonnaded gas station is an unusual and rare example of early roadside architecture, and appears to be unique in New York State. Purchased by the City of Geneva as part of a now-defunct expansion plan for an adjacent site, the building is now vacant, neglected and threatened with demolition by the city. The City Council has voted for demolition despite a purchase offer and redevelopment proposal from the nominators (305 Main Street Associates, LLC). While the site may be contaminated with hazardous substances, local advocates and League staff believe that “brownfield” issues can be addressed without requiring demolition and that the building can once again become a focal point in a pedestrian-friendly downtown street.
objectives: Advocates have been working for over a year to prevent demolition and secure the transfer of the property for adaptive reuse. The League has been providing technical and legal assistance to prevent demolition and raise public awareness, and inform municipal officials of resources and alternative plans. Project partners will continue to build links to private and public resources that reflect the goals of saving the site.
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