Mimico residents are rallying to save a historic stone cottage that was recently deemed by the city to have ‘cultural heritage value.’

The home at 98 Superior Ave., was in the middle of protesters, construction equipment and police officers on Saturday as the property could soon be demolished to build a triplex.

The almost 100-year old home was one of three properties in Mimico deemed by city staff to have historic value and should be protected under the Ontario Heritage Act,  due to its 1900s construction and ‘unique use of stone cladding.’

That hearing is to take place on November 30, but the house could be demolished before then, according to those who live in the area.

An online campaign has been launched by area residents to keep the historic home from being demolished.

Neighbours say they were informed the home was to be replaced earlier this summer at a committee of adjustment hearing.

A permit to demolish the property was issued on November 25 and it is feared that construction equipment may soon move in.

One local man was shown on social media claiming to have handcuffed himself against the home to prevent the dwelling from being flattened.

Two women were also seated on the doorstep of the boarded up property claiming they were involved in a protest.

“Too many Toronto buildings are torn down right before they are designated, because the system lets it happen,” residents wrote on social media. “It’s possible our peaceful presence could stop the demolition crews.”

Protestors say they will keep on returning until the home is saved.