Parazin Building, Rochester

The Parazin Building, standing on Mill Street in Rochester's High Falls District, is one of the city's oldest industrial structures, originally built in 1826 as a two-story facility. It was the first building constructed in the Brown鈥檚 Race area and served as the headquarters of the Selye Fire Engine Company, which produced hand-pump fire engines for cities across New York State. Powered by the Triphammer Mill, the building later hosted a series of manufacturers, from lantern makers to shoe pattern producers and office equipment suppliers. Its stone fa莽ade reflects the early industrial character of the district, with coursed stone rubble on the lower levels and random ashlar stone on the upper stories鈥攅lements typical of the period's utilitarian design.

After decades of shifting uses and eventual abandonment, the Parazin Building was donated to WXXI in 1984, then fell into further disrepair before being reclaimed by the city through foreclosure. In 2006, developer Ben Kendig acquired the property and spearheaded a $2 million renovation that salvaged the severely deteriorated structure. The restoration included full roof replacement, new windows, and reinforced support walls, transforming the building into mixed-use loft apartments and office space. Today, the Parazin Building not only preserves a vital piece of Rochester's industrial heritage but also contributes to the revitalization of the historic High Falls area.

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Sight Location: Rochester, USA (See walking tours in Rochester)
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