Local Government
Busselton
Region
South West
Location
43 Duchess St Busselton
Location Details
Construction Date
Constructed from 1900
Demolition Year
N/AStatutory Heritage Listings
| Type | Status | Date | Documents |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage List | YES | 13 Aug 2014 | |
| Heritage List | Adopted | 16 Oct 2024 |
Heritage Council Decisions and Deliberations
| Type | Status | Date | Documents |
|---|---|---|---|
| (no listings) |
Other Heritage Listings and Surveys
| Type | Status | Date | Grading/Management | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category | ||||
| Municipal Inventory | Adopted | 13 Sep 2006 | Category 2 | |
| Local Heritage Survey | YES | 16 Oct 2024 | Category 2 | |
Statement of Significance
• The place has historic value as a demonstration of a home built c1900 and is associated with the growth of Busselton as a regional centre. • The place has social value for the Busselton community as it has been present in the streetscape since the early 20th century and contributes to the community sense of place
Physical Description
A single storey residence, designed in Federation Bungalow style with a verandah across the full with of the front elevation. The broken pitch verandah is supported on simple timber posts. The brickwork is laid in Flemish bond. The roof is clad with corrugated iron and features two brick chimneys. Aerial photographs from the mid 20th century show that the form and extent of the original cottage has not changed since that time.
History
This lot originally (Lot 69) ran through from Duchess St to Adelaide Street in 1896 (rates book), common to all the blocks in the street. A lane way servicing night carts ran through the middle of the blocks dividing the Adelaide and Duchess Street frontages. This lane was, in part resumed by the City of Busselton in 2000; however the lane in the area behind these buildings is extant. The date of construction has not been determined however the style is consistent with c1900.
Integrity/Authenticity
high/High
Condition
Good
Place Type
Individual Building or Group
Uses
| Epoch | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Original Use | RESIDENTIAL | Single storey residence |
| Present Use | RESIDENTIAL | Single storey residence |
Architectural Styles
| Style |
|---|
| Federation Bungalow |
Construction Materials
| Type | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Wall | BRICK | Common Brick |
| Other | TILE | Other Tile |
| Roof | METAL | Corrugated Iron |
Historic Themes
| General | Specific |
|---|---|
| DEMOGRAPHIC SETTLEMENT & MOBILITY | Settlements |
| OCCUPATIONS | Domestic activities |
Creation Date
06 Sep 2007Publish place record online (inHerit):
ApprovedLast Update
22 Jul 2025Disclaimer
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