Local Government
Fremantle
Region
Metropolitan
1 Elder Pl Fremantle
Fremantle
Metropolitan
Constructed from 1913
| Type | Status | Date | Documents |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage List | YES | 28 Sep 2011 |
| Type | Status | Date | Documents |
|---|---|---|---|
| RHP - To be assessed | Current | 11 Apr 2003 |
| Type | Status | Date | Grading/Management | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category | ||||
| Municipal Inventory | Adopted | 28 Sep 2011 | Level 1B | |
The place has historic and aesthetic significance as a fine example of a small public building in the Federation Arts and Crafts style constructed as part of the water supply and deep sewerage systems service to Perth and Fremantle developed by the Government of Western Australia.
Single storey rendered and terracotta tiled hipped roof with a decorative half timbered gable. The roof extends over the veranda on one and half sides and is supported by large masonry pillars. Within the veranda;' W. S. D. 1913' appears in stucco above the main double door entrance.
Elder Place was originally named Bay St, derived from the street encircling Shoal Bay on the north of Willis/Ferry Point. The Council renamed a portion of the street Elder Place in 1926, after the company Elder, Smith & Co who had a warehouse in the street. The Water Board Pumping Station and Toilets were built in 1913.
High degree of integrity (original intent clear, current use compatible, high long term sustainability). High degree of authenticity with much original fabric remaining. (These statements based on street survey only).
Condition assessed as good (assessed from streetscape survey only).
| Ref ID No | Ref Name | Ref Source | Ref Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| MI not adopted - Assess in more detail at DAThe preliminary investigation indicates that this place is potentially of heritage value. It is recommended that a proper assessment of its heritage significance and the conservation policy statement be prepared when a proposal to red |
This place was adopted onto the Fremantle MHI and the Heritage List by the decision of Council on 28/09/2011.
Individual Building or Group
| Epoch | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Present Use | GOVERNMENTAL | Other |
| Original Use | GOVERNMENTAL | Pumping Station |
| Style |
|---|
| Federation Arts and Crafts |
| Type | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Wall | RENDER | Other Render |
| Roof | TILE | Terracotta Tile |
| General | Specific |
|---|---|
| SOCIAL & CIVIC ACTIVITIES | Community services & utilities |
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