House

Author

Shire of York

Place Number

05965

Location

2 Ford St York

Location Details

To be assessed as part of P2862 York Town Centre Precinct

Local Government

York

Region

Avon Arc

Construction Date

Constructed from 1850

Demolition Year

N/A

Statutory Heritage Listings

Type Status Date Documents
Heritage List Adopted 25 Nov 2019

Heritage Council Decisions and Deliberations

Type Status Date Documents
RHP - To be assessed Current 31 Oct 2003

Other Heritage Listings and Surveys

Type Status Date Grading/Management
Category
Local Heritage Survey Adopted 25 Nov 2019 Grade B

Statement of Significance

Residence, 2 Ford Street, on the west bank of the Avon River on the northern edge of Mongerstown is significant in being one of the few remaining dwellings of the earliest phase of development in of York’s development. It is a good example of a Victorian Georgian dwelling that has been developed and retained in its original form and scale to make a significant contribution to the historical fabric and townscape of York.

Physical Description

The single storey modest scale rendered dwelling is low lying in close proximity on the west bank of the Avon River. The form evidences two periods of construction with likely the original at the west end (left) with a central entry flanked by single windows. The chimney central on the roof is likely associated with that original section of the cottage. The addition is seamless on the east side towards the river. The overall roof is a simple hipped roof with the perimeter veranda at break pitch.

History

After York was opened for selection in 1830, the first settlers, arrived in 1831 from the Swan River settlement with the task of establishing a Government Farm, although it was not a success and In 1832, Revett. H. Bland and Arthur Trimmer leased the farm (Balladong) for two sections: Trimmer to north, later sold to J Monger, in what later became Mongerstown, and Bland to the south in what became known as Blandstown. 2 Ford Street, on the west bank of the Avon River is on the north edge of Mongerstown and one of very few in that area that are of the early phase of York’s development. Ratebooks indicate that at one time H Screigh resided here. His occupation was woodcutter and charcoal burner.

Integrity/Authenticity

Integrity: High Authenticity: Moderate/high

Condition

Fair/Good

Place Type

Individual Building or Group

Uses

Epoch General Specific
Present Use RESIDENTIAL Single storey residence
Original Use RESIDENTIAL Single storey residence

Construction Materials

Type General Specific
Roof METAL Corrugated Iron
Wall BRICK Common Brick

Historic Themes

General Specific
DEMOGRAPHIC SETTLEMENT & MOBILITY Workers {incl. Aboriginal, convict}

Creation Date

20 May 1997

Publish place record online (inHerit):

Approved

Last Update

13 Oct 2020

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