WELCOME
Throughout this site, you can explore the ever-evolving facets of the Timrod Park Neighborhood. We will be updating and adding information on a regular basis, so visit us often.
Timrod kids running the TPNA Snack Shack stand in Timrod Park
WHY WE LIKE IT...
We are just one of those traditional neighborhoods that have access to what matters: neighborhood diversity, exceptionally valued properties, beautiful green spaces and proximity to everyday destinations such as restaurants, grocery stores, churches and schools. Our residents enjoy, easy convenient walkable amenities including: bird watching and playing in our 18-acre park; picking up groceries at the Piggly Wiggly; meeting for breakfast at the Venus Pancake House and grabbing lunch at Jimmy John's; walking their children to the Florence Library; attending exhibits at the Florence Art Museum or grabbing a cup of coffee at the Krispy Kreme. Timrod Park is a sustainable, historic neighborhood built to last, evolve and improve with age!
EVENTS & MEETINGS
TPNA Meeting
Date: August 3, 2010
Place: Florence Museum - 558 Spruce St.
Time: 7 PM
Place: Florence Museum - 558 Spruce St.
Time: 7 PM
Concerts in the Park
Flowtown Band
Date: August 1, 2010
Place: Timrod Park
Time: 3 - 4:30 PM
Place: Timrod Park
Time: 3 - 4:30 PM
Florence After Five
Outdoor Concert & Art Trail Gallery Opening
Date: August 27, 2010
Place: Downtown Florence - Dargan Street
Time: 5 - 8:30 PM
Place: Downtown Florence - Dargan Street
Time: 5 - 8:30 PM
Timrod Park Home & Garden Tour
Date: Spring 2011
Place: Timrod Park Neighborhood
Time: TBA
Place: Timrod Park Neighborhood
Time: TBA
Past Events & Meetings
WHAT'S NEW
Winners of the Home Decorating Contest
Betty & Sheldon Shelley's House
Independence Day was made more festive by several of our neighbors who participated in the Timrod Park Home Decoration Contest. First place was awarded to Sheldon and Betty Shelley on Warley; second, Susie and Kathy Brown on Park View Circle. Several other homes were decorated, including, Tara Durden and Alicia Connelly on McQueen Street and the Smith’s home on Timrod Park Drive.
The contest prizes were donated by businesses in the neighborhood, including, Piggly Wiggly, White Swan and Papa John’s. The “Spirit of Florence” Committee and the Timrod Park Neighborhood Association appreciate your participation and contribution.
Click below to see more photos!
The contest prizes were donated by businesses in the neighborhood, including, Piggly Wiggly, White Swan and Papa John’s. The “Spirit of Florence” Committee and the Timrod Park Neighborhood Association appreciate your participation and contribution.
Click below to see more photos!
Examples of Historic Timrod Park Homes
See if your home was spotted!
NEWSLETTER
Front Porch News
July Issue
CONNECT
Neighborhood Map
New Committee and Volunteer Opportunities
The Timrod Park Neighborhood Association (TPNA) would like to encourage neighbors to join one of our committees, or consider any of our volunteer programs. Click here to participate!
Bob Dylan- Henry Timrod Connection
Read more about it on the Poetry Foundation website.
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Bob Dylan-Henry Timrod Connection
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Bob Dylan-Henry Timrod Connection
Photo Gallery
May TPNA Meeting- Florence Museum
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Dog Park Rendering
Timrod Park Neighborhood Poll
The Woodys- Sunday Concert Series in the Park
Video Clip by TrueLight Photography -Phillip Guyton
Click HERE to view more Neighborhood Surveys
Scenes from the Woodys Concert in the Park
Photography by TrueLight Photography -Phillip Guyton
Historic Property Tax Incentives Available
The federal government offers a tax credit program for income producing historic buildings. This program is administered by the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) and the National Park Service, which has the final approval for a project’s eligibility. The basics of the federal tax credit program are as follows:
- The federal tax credit is equal to 20% of the total rehabilitation costs of the project.
- The building must be listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
- All rehabilitation work must meet the Secretary of the Interior’s standards for Rehabilitation.
- The building must be used for income producing purposes after it has been rehabilitated.
- The rehabilitation project must be “substantial” exceeding either the "adjusted basis" of the building or $5,000, whichever is greater. "Adjusted basis" is the purchase price minus the value of the land minus any depreciation already taken by the current owner of the building, plus any capital improvements.
If you've ever wondered what it takes to qualify a historic building rehab project for a Federal tax credit but been daunted by the complexity, a new tool can help you out.
INCENTIVES! is an online guide created by the National Park Service to introduce historic building owners, preservation consultants, community officials, architects and developers to the ins and outs of the 20 percent tax credit. The Website answers basic questions, provides general guidance on preparing and submitting application forms, documentation requirements, timing, reviews, and the overall decision-making process, and explains how to use the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation.
Home, Garden and Auto Tour 2011
The neighborhood Association of Timrod Park will hold it's first annual tour of homes, gardens and vintage cars on Saturday, May 13th & Sunday, May 14th, 2011. The tour's theme, "Timrod Park Bungalow Fest: An American Classic - Homes, Gardens & Automobiles," recognizes our important historic homes and the importance of the automobile to the development of Timrod Park, one of Florence's first neighborhoods. Those interested in volunteering and learning more about the tour click HERE.
VOX POPULI
(Voice of the People)
(The postings below represent the "voice of the people", not necessarily the voice of TPNA.)
"Thank you Alicia Connelly and Jennifer Lee for a wonderful job with the www.timrodpark.com and 'Front Porch News'! Also, the new paint job on the bridges in Timrod Park are due to efforts of both ladies. Thank you for all you do. I appreciate the vision you have for Historic Timrod Park!"
- Betty Shelley, President TPNA
"I almost started crying when I drove down Cherokee and saw the city butchering the majestic oak trees"
- Alicia Connelly Florence, SC
"Way to go Mayor Wukela for the recent Op-Ed Morning News article supporting the passage of proposed ordinances on dilapidated properties!"
- anonymous
Click HERE to learn more & visit vox populi
Ben Harper Concert
Timrod Park- Clay Brown Concert
Neighborhood Cafe?
Tuesday, March 6th Meeting Recap
We sincerely appreciate everyone who attended our monthly association meeting. Check out the write-up of our meeting on the front page in the Florence Morning News. In 2010, we have started inviting a guest speaker to present on a topic that is relevant to the neighborhood. This month's topic was "Neighborhood Ordinances." Florence Community Services Director, Scottie Davis and Mayor Stephen Wukela as well as invited guest Steve Powers attended Tuesday's meeting. We discussed current and proposed city ordinances as well as the process of enforcement. If you have neighborhood concerns or comments on the meeting please fill out our Concerned Resident Form or Contact us HERE.
Florence Abandoned Home Database
This database contains the homes outlined by Florence Community Development Director Scotty Davis as abandoned. You can search through the db either by property owner or by street. Dig down into the results to locate the owner of record -- including the tax map number.
Click here to search database
(Provided By scnow.com)
Click here to search database
(Provided By scnow.com)
Terrible Tree Trimming Jobs
Some local residents are not happy with the way the city trims trees near our power lines. Utility crews have been seen in and around Florence trimming tree limbs. A number of complaints have been received around town. The power provider has the authority to cut down branches in order to prevent downed power lines and many residents understand this, but this is a real problem with trimmers taking too much tree away without considering how it looks, or even the structural integrity. Many residents hope the city not only implements and drafts a tree ordinance for both the city and county of Florence, but also enforces the ordinance. Preserving, nurturing and protecting our canopy trees, especially oaks, is important because it enhances the quality of life for present and future generations. Click HERE to see what's wrong with tree topping. Click HERE to suggest an article for next month.
Historic Registry
What are the general guidelines for getting a property listed on the National Register?
- The property must be at least 50 years old, unless it can be shown to have exceptional importance.
- The property must have “integrity” or closely resemble its historic appearance.
- Districts, sites, buildings, structures, and objects should maintain their integrity of location, design, setting, materials, workmanship, feeling, and association.
- The property must be significant or retain some form of physical connection to an important aspect of the past.
- Significance may include a connection with an historic event or trend, a notable historic person, an example of notable architecture and engineering, or the potential to yield scientific information, such as an archaeological site.
- Nominations can be submitted for individual properties, multiple properties, historic districts, historic sites, or even objects, such as historic signs.