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Bucey-lès-Gy Presbytery is a religious building built between 1860 and 1864 under the direction of architect Christophe Colard. Located close to the church and the cemetery, it respects the norms of the time: closed ground of walls, vine for the wine of mass, and private wash to avoid mixing of ecclesiastical linen with that of the villagers. Its architecture includes a central house body framed by commons and a garden, with a rounded pediment topped by a stone cross.

Inside, the building retains original elements such as chimneys, ceilings and carpentry. Joined historic monuments in 2007, it was rehabilitated in 2018 to accommodate the town hall and a cultural space. However, its high location, far from the centre of the village, led to a sale project to relocate municipal services.

Originally designed to house a servant and two vicars, the presbytery symbolizes the 19th century parish organization in rural areas. Its transformation into a public building reflects the evolution of community needs, while posing accessibility challenges. The protected elements include the entire building, as well as its courtyards, gardens and fences, demonstrating its historical integrity.

The architect Christophe Colard, author of the plans, has integrated practical features (wash, vine) while respecting religious aesthetic codes. The property, today communal, illustrates the shift from strictly religious use to a civic and cultural vocation, marking a transition in local history.

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