House

Statement of Significance

House, 9 Hayes Street,a single storey, rendered masonry and tile house has cultural heritage significance for the following reasons:
the place is a good example of the Federation Queen Anne style of architecture;
the place has landmark qualities and contributes significantly to an intact streetscape (including nos 3, 5, 7, 9 and 13 Hayes Street) and the community's sense of place.

Physical Description

House, 9 Hayes Street is a single storey, rendered masonry and tile house with an asymmetrical facade designed as an example of the Federation Queen Anne style of architecture.

The walls are rendered masonry. The roof is hipped and clad with roof tiles. A semi-octagonal bay typical of the period is evident in the pyramidal roof line. The bay contains double hung sash windows. A later in filled verandah section to the right of the bay has an aluminium framed window. The separate tiled verandah is supported by chamfered timber posts and wraps around the bay. The front door has a fanlight and is flanked on one side by a pair of timber double hung sash windows. There is a rendered corbelled chimney evident.

History

The date of construction for House, 9 Hayes Street has not been determined. No entries for the lot could be found in available Bunbury Rate Books prior to 1931.

In 1931, House, 9 Hayes Street was owned by the estate of William Hayes and occupied by A Rohens. By 1951, the house was owned by Alfred Oates and occupied by W Froome.

At some stage, the original iron roof was replaced with tiles.

The street is named for the Hayes family. In 1931, many of the lots in the street were owned by the estate of William Hayes, who purchased the land in 1897.

Hayes Street was originally called Eileen Street.

In the early twentieth century, many of the residents in East Bunbury were railway and waterside workers.

At some stage, the original iron roof has been replaced with tiles.

Integrity/Authenticity

High degree of integrity (original intent clear, current use compatible, high long term sustainability).
Medium degree of authenticity - alterations but with much original fabric remaining
(These statements based on street survey only).

Condition

Condition assessed as good (assessed from streetscape survey only).

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