A Walkerville landmark is up for heritage designation Monday.
The Walker Power Building on Riverside Drive East at Devonshire Road was developed by the sons of Hiram Walker under the Walker Sons firm name between 1910 and 1913.
After nearly two years and more than $10-million; the project to convert the building into commercial space is nearing completion.
Ward 4 Councillor Chris Holt says the discovery of a completely intact railroad turn table on the main floor last year made the designation inevitable.
The designation has been deferred three times, but Holt says that was to ensure the developers could participate in the discussion.
"At the end of the day these developers really do need to be applauded for preserving our local architectural heritage. This is the gateway to Walkerville as well so I couldn't be happier to see this move forward and I know that thrilled nearing the end of this," he says.
The developers have incorporated the turn table into the buildings design.
Holt says there shouldn't be much debate on the decision from either side.
"Especially when you have a developer who has recognized that and spent tens of millions of dollars to really capitalize on the historical landmark status of that building," he says. "I think we're all in agreement on this one."
He says the building's new designation won't have an effect on the current development.
"Down the line, maybe 15-20 years when there's some addition they want to add ... that might come into play, but for now the development as you see it; I don't see it affecting it at all," says Holt.
The City of Windsor's Development Heritage and Standing Committee will be live streamed beginning at 1 p.m.