"Matthews commissioners have voted to designate the century-old Benjamin DeWitt Funderburk House, at 201 West Charles St., an historic landmark.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Historic Landmarks Commission's Stewart Gray told commissioners, "Some landmarks take a lot of explanation. This one doesn't. This house maintains a prominent position in the town and is one of the best examples of Queen Anne architecture around. This designation will help protect the house and the setting from further renovation."

Gray also said the house is unique because of the legacy and community prominence of those who lived there."

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South Charlotte News (12/5/2011)