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DESCRIPTION: The structure is a frame building of single wall construction. The plan is generally symmetrical: a main section with a veranda is flanked by two smaller wings to the north and south, and a third wing to the east (rear). The dominant architectural feature of the building is the combination of intersecting hip roofs, all with louvered gablets for ridges. Another louvered gablet projects from the roof directly above the main entrance to the building. The veranda which is recessed under the main roof is bordered by a diamond-patterned railing and chamfered posts - some with jigsawn bracketing. The foundations consist of concrete piers. The main set of concrete stets (edged with concrete posts) have been covered with a ramp to make access to the building easier for some patients, The walls consist of vertical plank siding. Windows are usually double-hung, twelve light. The building is connected to Building 5 and 3 by a covered walkway which was constructed attaching the verandas. The walkway probably dates from the 1930's. The structure is in poor condition. The building should be fumigated, and termite damage repaired. The foundation should be rebuilt. The structure should be painted, and the building should be re-roofed eventually with the original shingles. For more detailed description of the work, see construction estimate sheets.

SIGNIFICANCE: Historically the Bay View Home was the residential area for elderly and blind patients (now occupied by male patients). Archi tecturally a well-designed small community which should eventually be restored to its pre-1930's state even though one of the early structure was razed.