HOUSE, 7 PILBARRA STREET

Statement of Significance

Aesthetically significant as an example of Fremantle’s vernacular architecture. Typical timber framed single storey cottage dating from the first decades of the twentieth century. Historically significant as a representation of working people’s living conditions in the Fremantle area.

Physical Description

Single storey timber framed and weatherboard clad house with a zincalume gabled roof. The roof extends over the verandah and supported by square timber posts. There are two storey weatherboard additions to the rear of the house. The following places form a significant precinct group and contribute to the streetscapes of Pilbarra, Wright and Yilgarn Streets; 1, 3, 5, 7, 10, 11 12, 15, 16 & 17 Pilbarra Street, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10 & 12 Wright Street, 3, 7 & 11 Yilgarn Street.

History

There are ambiguities in the lot and house numbers. In 1910 it was recorded as Lot 5c of sub 28 and was a vacant lot. In 1920 Lots 6c and 5c of 28 were vacant. In 1923 there was a residence recorded for number 5c Lot 6c. In 1925 residence number 5 was crossed out and number 7 inserted Lot 5c. Residence number 5 was penciled in and Lot 6c noted a new valuation. In 1930 residence number 7 Lot 5c of 28 was recorded. In 1964 residence Lot 5c of 28. In 1966 Lot 5c of 28 residence number 7. A 1994 application to demolish the timber and iron dwelling was refused. History of the owners and some maps are held at the Local History Collection.

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