Local Government
Busselton
Region
South West
Location
31 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 Aug 2014 | Category 2 | |
| 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
No. 31, Duchess Street is Federation Bungalow style residence constructed with random and coursed limestone with brick quoins to the front door and windows. It is topped by a hipped roof, punctured by a galvanised iron flue and chimney. French bay windows flank the main entrance and project onto the verandah, thereby emphasizing the entry statement. The verandah posts appear to have been replaced with brick pillars.
History
The block on lot 64 originally ran through from Duchess St to Adelaide St. The rates book from 1896 shows all of the blocks in Duchess St on this side of the road ran through to Adelaide St with a lane way servicing night carts ran dividing the middle of the blocks. This lane was, in part resumed by the City of Busselton in 2000; however the lane in the area behind these buildings is extant. Previous research has determined that this place was built c1900 for the owners the Lilly family. The place has been used as a residence since its construction and additions were made to the place to the rear, and these have since been removed.
Integrity/Authenticity
High/High
Condition
Good
Other Reference Numbers
| Ref Number | Description |
|---|---|
| 533366 | Landgate Pin |
| 167 | Reference No. |
Place Type
Individual Building or Group
Uses
| Epoch | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Present Use | VACANT\UNUSED | Vacant\Unused |
| Original Use | RESIDENTIAL | Single storey residence |
Architectural Styles
| Style |
|---|
| Federation Bungalow |
Construction Materials
| Type | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Other | ASBESTOS | Fibrous Cement, flat |
| Wall | BRICK | Other Brick |
| Roof | METAL | Corrugated Iron |
| Wall | STONE | Limestone |
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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