IV . EVALUATION METHODS
INDIVIDUAL PROPERTIES
The HHM survey team identified , documented , and assessed 691 individual resources constructed by 1960 . Based upon the three-tier rating system of evaluation established in the 1987 survey , each of the resources included in the current survey effort was evaluated and assigned a HIGH , MEDIUM , or LOW rating according to their current architectural historic integrity and , if known , historical and cultural value . These evaluations reflect an assessment of each property ’ s relative significance within the city of Arlington . These assessments should not be considered static , but can and should be changed to reflect the evolving status of properties . For example , any of the assigned assessments may be upgraded if future research reveals significant historical or cultural associations or if future rehabilitation efforts or alterations affect a property ’ s historic architectural integrity .
HIGH
The survey team has assigned HIGH priority ratings to 190 of the surveyed resources . HIGH ratings have been given to properties that either have been subject to previous historic designation on a local , state , or national level or have the best potential for such designation because of their relative architectural , historical , or cultural significance . These resources are excellent examples of architecture , engineering , or crafted design . They retain a high degree of their original contextual and architectural integrity and , if altered , changes are in keeping with original design , scale , and workmanship . These properties contribute significantly to local history or broader historical patterns and are considered to be the most significant resources within the city .
Some properties in the HIGH category are notable because they represent noteworthy examples of a common local building form , architectural style , or plan type that exhibits particularly exceptional craftsmanship or design qualities . Examples include the dwellings at 1502 W . Second Street , 212 Ditto Street , and 1607 W . Second Street . These resources were assigned HIGH priority ratings because they are outstanding examples of the bungalow plan type . Exceptional Craftsman detailing contributed to these properties ’ significance .
A number of properties with HIGH ratings remain as excellent examples of relatively rare vernacular / folk architectural forms that represent Arlington ’ s early development , such as the properties located at 201 W . Front . This site includes a single-pen log cabin , a two-pen dogtrot log cabin , and a single-pen log shed / storage building . Additional examples in this category include the two-room dwelling at 112 E . Third and the house at 312 N . Oak , which is an L-plan house with Queen Anne exterior detailing . These properties typically retain much of their historic character and integrity . Those with minor alterations are rated HIGH only if they retain a preponderance of character-defining architectural features .
Properties that contribute significantly to local history or broader historical patterns , such as 2201 E . Road to Six Flags , are also assigned HIGH ratings . This property , Six Flags Over Texas was established in 1965 . Although the property is not yet 50 years old , it remains as one of the most significant driving forces for the development and growth of Arlington during the postwar period .
FINAL REPORT
ARLINGTON HISTORIC RESOURCES SURVEY UPDATE
SEPTEMBER 2007
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