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Origin and history

The building located at 89 rue des Bons-Enfants in Rouen is a monument listed in the inventory of Historical Monuments. Its protection specifically concerns the facade on street and the roof, formalized by a decree dated 5 March 1962. This ranking reflects its architectural or historical interest in the Rouen urban landscape.

Rouen, a city marked by a rich medieval and industrial past, experienced architectural transformations in the 20th century combining traditional heritage and modernity. The buildings of this period often reflect the evolution of urban lifestyles, with neat facades and characteristic roofs. This building fits into this context, although available sources do not specify its original use or sponsor.

The location of the building, in the city centre of Rouen, suggests an integration into a historical area, probably marked by a mix of functions (habitat, commerce, crafts). The Rue des Bons-Enfants, an evocative name, could go back to a time when corporations or religious institutions played a central role in the city's spatial organization. However, no additional information is available on its specific history.

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