Old Southwest, Inc (Historic District) in Roanoke, Virginia

• Business name: Old Southwest, Inc (Historic District)
• Address:
• 641 Walnut Avenue SW
  
  Roanoke, Virginia 24016
• Phone number: 540-343-8794
• Fax number: 540-343-8704
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• Category: Community & Social Services
• Description:
• The Historic Old Southwest neighborhood, just a few minutes walk from Downtown Roanoke, is a living celebration of history, architecture, and the new “urban pioneer” spirit. Residents from all walks of life live and work together, experiencing a sense of belonging very much like their predecessors did years ago. In addition to the residential population, businesses, churches, restaurants, and the Highland Park Higher Learning Center share historic Old Southwest, representing the very best of neighborhood life in America. Old Southwest, Inc. is an active not-for-profit organization which began in the 1970’s as the Old Southwest Neighborhood Alliance. Formed to coordinate efforts to save the neighborhood from further destruction (22 buildings were razed in one year), Old Southwest, Inc., remains vigilant and involved on a daily basis on issues affecting the health and promotion of the of the neighborhood. Old Southwest, Inc. membership to open to permanent residents of the neighborhood, tenants, neighborhood business and property owners, as well any persons that wish to support the overall mission of our organization. OLD SOUTHWEST, INC. MISSION STATEMENT To make Old Southwest a better place to live, work, and visit promoting a healthy and safe environment, embracing the diversity among our population, recognizing the historical significance of individual properties and the neighborhood as a whole, promoting the urban lifestyle that our neighbors appreciate, contributing to the friendly village setting that is hospitable and inclusive, supporting the commerce of our neighborhood and the city, recognizing that the 32 acre Highland Park is a treasure that our homes surround, and ensuring our real estate investments are secure. In matters of use, development, restoration, renovation and maintenance of properties in the neighborhood, we will support the enforcement of the City of Roanoke's Architectural Review Board guidelines, zoning ordinances, and other applicable sections of the City Code. We will partner with other organizations and governmental agencies to ensure our success.
• Last update: 2008-01-23
• Visits: 2324

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