This building was constructed for H. V Leighton - cabinetmaker, upholsterer, motor body builder etc.
The building was badly damaged in a fire on the morning of 15 November 1943. A permit was issued to Leighton on 7 December 1943 for the "reinstatement" of the building. Boon Bros. were the contractors and the cost £250.
It is one of only a few early-mid twentieth century reinforced concrete buildings remaining on Gill Street.
In 2017 it was occupied by Adlam's European Cars, later by MG Motors and in 2025 the sandwich & coffee bar, 'Crop & Brew'.
Related items:
Town Section 871, Taranaki Land Deed Index I5 Page 68. (Archives New Zealand)
Dissolution Of Partnership (Taranaki Herald 13 April 1946)
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