About this property
Byerly House, also known as the Best House, is a historic home located in Upper Burrell Township, Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania. The main section was built in 1842, with a rear ell dated to the 1830s. The main section is a two-story, brick dwelling, five bays wide and on a stone foundation.
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Federal Designation
The National Register of Historic Places, administered by the National Park Service, is the United States federal government's official list of districts, sites, buildings, structures, and objects deemed worthy of preservation for their historical, architectural, archaeological, engineering, or cultural significance. Listing on the National Register recognizes a property's importance to American history but does not place restrictions on private owners; it does, however, make properties eligible for federal historic preservation tax incentives and enables consideration in federal planning decisions. This property is recorded in the National Register under reference number 85001567. It was listed on July 17, 1985.
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Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).
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Questions about this property
When was Byerly House listed on the National Register?
Byerly House was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on July 17, 1985.
What type of historic resource is Byerly House?
Byerly House is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Byerly House?
The period of significance for Byerly House is recorded as the early_republic era, specifically around 1842.
Can I research the history near Byerly House?
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