HOUSE, 10 FRANCISCO STREET

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House, 10 Francisco Street, is a typical limestone, brick and iron single storey house dating from 1896. The place has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape and the surrounding area. It is representative of the typical workers' houses in the Fremantle area. The place is an example of the Victorian Georgian style of architecture.

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10 Francisco Street is a single storey, limestone, brick and iron house with a symmetrical facade built c.1898 and designed as an example of the Victorian Georgian style of architecture. The walls are limestone with red brick quoins. The roof is hipped and clad with corrugated iron. The façade is symmetrical with a central front door with fanlight flanked on either side by double hung sash windows. The verandah has a separate corrugated iron roof supported on timber posts. The house is situated at street level. There is a timber picket fence to the front boundary line.

History

Francisco Street is named after Alexander Francisco, who was associated with Lionel Samson & Son. He later conducted a spirit merchant’s business of his own, and held the position of postmaster. He was also on the Fremantle Town Trust in 1848, 1857-63 and again 1865-66. Francisco Street was developed in the late 1890s. House, 10 Francisco Street was built by 1898. In that year, it was owned and occupied by Frank Harris. The Harris family continued to own the property until c. 1930, with ownership being transferred to Fanny Harris c. 1920. Mary Atwell purchased the property c. 1930, at which time it was listed in the rate books as a residence and stables. Blanche and Victor Wilkinson owned and occupied the house from c.1940 until about 1970. House, 10 Francisco Street has had a few owners since that time. A Metropolitan Sewerage plan dated 1954 shows a residence constructed of brick at the front and weatherboard at the rear. There was a full length front verandah and a smaller verandah at the rear. Separate outbuildings comprised a galvanised iron laundry and a larger galvanised iron structure on the northern fence line and a water closet near the back fence. This place was identified by the Fremantle Society in 1979/80 as being of cultural heritage significance. (Coded: Red: "Significantly contributing to the unique character of Fremantle")

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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).

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Condition assessed as good (assessed from streetscape survey only).

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HOUSE, 11 FRANCISCO STREET

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House, 11 Francisco Street, is a typical limestone, brick and iron single storey house dating from 1899. The place has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape and the surrounding area. It is representative of the typical workers' houses in the Fremantle area. The place is an example of the Federation Bungalow style of architecture.

Physical Description

11 Francisco Street is a single storey timber and iron house constructed c.1899 in the Federation Bungalow style of Architecture. The walls are timber framed and clad with timber weatherboards. The roof is hipped and clad with corrugated iron. The verandah is under a separate corrugated iron bullnose roof supported by timber posts with decorative iron brackets. The symmetrical front façade has a central front door flanked on either side by timber framed casement windows. There is one chimney with chimney pot evident. The house is situated at street level. There is a limestone wall with brick capping and pillars to the front boundary line.

History

Francisco Street is named after Alexander Francisco, who was associated with Lionel Samson & Son. He later conducted a spirit merchant’s business of his own, and held the position of postmaster. He was also on the Fremantle Town Trust in 1848, 1857-63 and again 1865-66. Francisco Street was developed in the late 1890s. House, 11 Francisco Street was built c. 1899. In 1900 it was owned by J Attwood, but it was soon bought by James Garden. By 1912/13, the property was owned and occupied by Louisa Frederickson. Arthur Dixon was the owner and occupier in 1922/23; Priscilla Nicholls in 1932/33. Ms Nicholls retained ownership of House, 11 Francisco Street until c. 1950. A Metropolitan Sewerage plan dated 1954 shows a weatherboard residence with a full length front verandah. At the rear of the house, there was a weatherboard addition and a separate asbestos laundry with attached toilet. House, 11 Francisco Street has changed hands a number of times since c. 1950. owners include, Christina Brammar (c. 1952); Christian Palfreman (c. 1955); Vernon Martin (c. 1960); Jarry Jakovich (early 1970s); Joseph Garbin (mid-1970s); and Russell and Gayle Pratt (c. 1980). The property has had a couple of owners since that time. This place was identified by the Fremantle Society in 1979/80 as being of cultural heritage significance. (Coded: Brown: "Positively contributing to the built environment")

Integrity/Authenticity

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).

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Condition assessed as good (assessed from streetscape survey only).

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HOUSE, 12 FRANCISCO STREET

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SUBSTANTIALLY ALTERED - RECOMMEND REMOVAL FROM MHI - JUNE 2008

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SUBSTANTIALLY ALTERED - RECOMMEND REMOVAL FROM MHI - JUNE 2008

History

Francisco Street is named after Alexander Francisco, who was associated with Lionel Samson & Son. He later conducted a spirit merchant’s business of his own, and held the position of postmaster. He was also on the Fremantle Town Trust in 1848, 1857-63 and again 1865-66. Francisco Street was developed in the late 1890s. In November 1893, South Fremantle Suburban Lot 24 was subdivided and sold by Mrs Charlotte Seubert. Arnot Suebert purchased Lot 14A but it remained vacant for several years. By 1927/28, the owner of Lot 14A (12 Francisco Street) was G Cridland. Fremantle City Council approved the erection of a wood and iron shed on the lot to the value of £50 in that year. The stables were listed in the rate books until 1955. In March 1955, plans were approved for timber framed residence for Norman Redvers Crabbe. Claffey and Roydhouse of Melville built the house for the sum of £2,000. In 1958, Mr Crabbe applied to add a verandah to the house. Norman Crabbe was a waterside worker and raised five children in House, 12 Francisco Street, with his wife Susan Annie. Mr Crabbe died in 1983 and was buried in Fremantle Cemetery. Mrs Crabbe continued to live in the Francisco Street house until 1986.

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HOUSE, 5 FRANCISCO STREET

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House, 5 Francisco Street, is a typical timber and iron single storey house dating from 1898. The place has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape and the surrounding area. It is representative of the typical workers' houses in the Fremantle area. The place is an example of the Victorian Georgian style of architecture.

Physical Description

5 Francisco Street is a single storey, single room width, timber and iron house with asymmetrical façade built c.1898 designed as an example of the Victorian Georgian style of architecture. The walls are timber framed and clad with timber weatherboards. The roof is gabled and clad with corrugated iron with decorative barge board. The verandah has a separate bullnose corrugated iron roof supported by timber posts. There is a simple front door with double hung sash window to one side. The house is situated at street level. There is a timber picket fence to the front boundary line.

History

Francisco Street is named after Alexander Francisco, who was associated with Lionel Samson & Son. He later conducted a spirit merchant’s business of his own, and held the position of postmaster. He was also on the Fremantle Town Trust in 1848, 1857-63 and again 1865-66. Francisco Street was developed in the late 1890s. House, 5 Francisco Street was built c. 1898, however there was no occupant listed in the rate books until c. 1902. In 1904/05, the house was owned by Christopher Wrout and occupied by James Purvis. The property changed hands c. 1910, when it was bought by Sarah Atwell. Circa 1930, title to the property was transferred to Charles Atwell, who continued to own House, 5 Francisco Street until c. 1950. It was a rental property throughout this time. The Atwells also owned the house at 7 Francisco Street. A Metropolitan Sewerage plan dated 1954 shows a narrow weatherboard building extending along the Gold Street boundary. The house had a full length front verandah and an asbestos addition at the rear. . By 1956, House, 5 Francisco Street was owned by Mary Matrenza. The Matrenza family moved into the house and lived there until c. 1970. House, 5 Francisco has had a number of owners since that time. This place was identified by the Fremantle Society in 1979/80 as being of cultural heritage significance. (Coded: Red: "Significantly contributing to the unique character of Fremantle")

Integrity/Authenticity

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).

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Condition assessed as good (assessed from streetscape survey only).

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HOUSE, 6 FRANCISCO STREET

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House, 6 Francisco Street, is a typical limestone and iron single storey house dating from 1896. The place has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape and the surrounding area. It is representative of the typical workers' houses in the Fremantle area. The place is an example of the Federation Queen Anne style of architecture.

Physical Description

6 Francisco Street is a single storey, limestone, brick and iron house with an asymmetrical facade built c.1898 and designed as a simple example of the Federation Queen Anne style of architecture. The walls are limestone with rendered quoins to the windows. The roof is hipped and gabled with a timber finial and clad with corrugated iron. The façade is asymmetrical with a protruding front room with double casement window. The verandah has a separate corrugated iron bullnose roof supported on timber posts with a decorative timber frieze. Under the verandah is the front door with double casement windows to one side. There is a chimney with chimney pot evident. There is a carport extension built of limestone to the side. The house is situated at street level. There is a low limestone wall to the front boundary line.

History

Francisco Street is named after Alexander Francisco, who was associated with Lionel Samson & Son. He later conducted a spirit merchant’s business of his own, and held the position of postmaster. He was also on the Fremantle Town Trust in 1848, 1857-63 and again 1865-66. Francisco Street was developed in the late 1890s. House, 6 Francisco Street was built by 1898. In that year, it was owned by Harry Clemens and occupied by John Gregory. The property remained in Clemens family ownership until c. 1920, when it was bought by Robert Pearson. James Purvis was a tenant through much of this time (c. 1910 to c. 1925). By 1932/33, the property was owned and occupied by David Ewings. Luigi Masella bought House, 6 Francisco Street c. 1955 and continued to own it until at least 1991. A Metropolitan Sewerage plan dated 1954 shows a small stone residence with an L shaped plan form. A verandah at the front of the house ran across the crook of the L. The rear verandah was enclosed with weatherboard at either end to form sleep-outs. An asbestos garage was located to beside the house. This place was identified by the Fremantle Society in 1979/80 as being of cultural heritage significance. (Coded: Brown: "Positively contributing to the built environment")

Integrity/Authenticity

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).

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Condition assessed as good (assessed from streetscape survey only).

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HOUSE, 7 FRANCISCO STREET

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House, 7 Francisco Street, is a typical timber and iron single storey house dating from 1896. The place has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape and the surrounding area. It is representative of the typical workers' houses in the Fremantle area. The place is an example of the Victorian Georgian style of architecture.

Physical Description

7 Francisco Street is a single storey timber and iron house constructed c. 1898 in the Victorian Georgian style of Architecture. The walls are timber framed and clad with timber weatherboards. The roof is hipped and clad with corrugated iron. The verandah is under a broken back corrugated iron roof supported by timber posts with decorative timber brackets. The symmetrical front façade has a central front door flanked on either side by timber framed double hung sash windows. The house is situated at street level. There is a timber picket fence to the front boundary line.

History

Francisco Street is named after Alexander Francisco, who was associated with Lionel Samson & Son. He later conducted a spirit merchant’s business of his own, and held the position of postmaster. He was also on the Fremantle Town Trust in 1848, 1857-63 and again 1865-66. Francisco Street was developed in the late 1890s. House, 7 Francisco Street was built by 1898. In that year, it was owned by C Hansen, although no occupant was listed until c. 1902. By 1904, the property was owned by Christopher Wrout. The property changed hands c. 1910, when it was bought by Sarah Atwell. Circa 1930, title to the property was transferred to Charles Atwell, who continued to own House, 5 Francisco Street until c. 1950. It was a rental property throughout this time. The Atwells also owned the house at 5 Francisco Street. A Metropolitan Sewerage plan dated 1954 shows a small weatherboard residence with a full length front verandah and a centrally located front path. Mary and Edward Matrenza owned the property between c. 1955 and c. 1970, who also owned 5 Francisco Street. The property has had several owners since that time. This place was identified by the Fremantle Society in 1979/80 as being of cultural heritage significance. (Coded: Red: "Significantly contributing to the unique character of Fremantle")

Integrity/Authenticity

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).

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Condition assessed as good (assessed from streetscape survey only).

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HOUSE, 8 FRANCISCO STREET

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House, 8 Francisco Street, is a typical limestone and iron single storey house dating from 1896 with an altered roof line. The place has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape and the surrounding area. It is representative of the typical workers' houses in the Fremantle area. The place is an example of the Victorian Georgian style of architecture.

Physical Description

8 Francisco Street is a single storey, limestone and iron house with a symmetrical facade built c.1896 and designed as an example of the Victorian Georgian style of architecture. The walls are limestone. The roof is skillion and clad with corrugated iron (possibly a later modified roof form). The façade is symmetrical with a central front door flanked on either side by double hung sash windows. The verandah has a separate corrugated iron roof supported on timber posts. The house is situated below street level. There is a limestone wall to the front boundary line.

History

Francisco Street is named after Alexander Francisco, who was associated with Lionel Samson & Son. He later conducted a spirit merchant’s business of his own, and held the position of postmaster. He was also on the Fremantle Town Trust in 1848, 1857-63 and again 1865-66. Francisco Street was developed in the late 1890s. House, 8 Francisco Street was built c. 1895. It is listed in the Post Office Directory in 1898 and by 1901 was owned by Henry Clemens and occupied by George Fletcher, an electrician. Henry owned both 6 and 8 Francisco Street, which were two cottages leased to tenants and were rated together. By the early 1930s, the house was owned by David Ewings and occupied by William Arnott. David also owned the cottage next door at No. 6, where he lived. David Ewings owned both cottages until c. 1945. A Metropolitan Sewerage plan dated 1954 shows House, 8 Francisco Street as a rectangular brick house with a full length front verandah enclosed at one end with asbestos. A ce

Integrity/Authenticity

Medium degree of integrity (original intent mostly clear, current use compatible, high long term sustainability). Medium degree of authenticity with some original fabric remaining. (These statements based on street survey only).

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Condition assessed as good (assessed from streetscape survey only).

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HOUSE (DEMOLISHED), 9 FRANCISCO STREET

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DEMOLISHED- retained on MHI database for historical information purposes only.

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DEMOLISHED

History

Francisco Street is named after Alexander Francisco, who was associated with Lionel Samson & Son. He later conducted a spirit merchant’s business of his own, and held the position of postmaster. He was also on the Fremantle Town Trust in 1848, 1857-63 and again 1865-66. Francisco Street was developed in the late 1890s. House, 9 Francisco Street has been built by 1898. In that year, it was owned by Edward Weston and occupied by John Peat. By 1900, the property was owned and occupied by John Attwood. Although Mr Atwood was still listed as the owner in 1912/13, William Franklin was the occupant in that year. By 1922/23, House 9 Francisco Street was owned and occupied by John Manuel. Priscilla Nicholls was the owner and occupier in 1932/33. A Metropolitan Sewerage plan dated 1954 shows a small weatherboard residence with a full length front verandah and a smaller rear verandah. There was also an asbestos addition at the rear. A path led from the back door to a toilet located at the back of the yard. Between the mid-1950s and c. 1980, the property changed hands many times. Owners during this time included Mary Rooke (early 1950s); Frederick Lange (early 1960s); Maria Pellicone and Mr Gianbattista (late 1960s); A and G Parisse (early 1970s) and Pietro and Maria Sepede (late 1970s). It is not known when the house was demolished.

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DEMOLISHED

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DEMOLISHED

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HOUSE, 1 GOLD STREET

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House, 1 Gold Street, is a typical limestone, brick and iron single storey house dating from 1907. The place has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape and the surrounding area. It is representative of the typical workers' houses in the Fremantle area. The place is an example of the Federation Bungalow style of architecture.

Physical Description

1 Gold Street is a single storey, single room width, limestone, brick and iron house with asymmetrical facade designed as an example of the Federation Bungalow style of architecture. The walls are limestone with red brick quoins. The roof is pitched and clad with corrugated iron. The verandah has a separate corrugated iron roof supported by limestone walls. The front door has sidelights and the windows are double hung sash windows. There is a limestone wall to the front boundary line.

History

Gold Street was gazetted as George Street on 2 September 1904. The land formed a part of a large block owned by Henry Briggs, then President of the Legislative Council. George (Gold) Street was constructed in 1905 at a cost of ₤250. By 1908, a public reserve had been earmarked at the intersection of Francisco Street and George Street. George Street was renamed Gold Street in circa 1921. The majority of the housing stock in the street dates from the late 1890s and early 1900s. House, 1 Gold Street was built between 1901 and 1915. In that year, it was owned by Martha Davis and occupied by Charles Davis. A Sewerage plan dated c. 1910 shows a narrow brick residence with a full length front verandah built on the western half of the lot it shared with No. 3 Gold Street. At the back, there was a small rear verandah and weatherboard sleep-out with two adjoining outbuildings – one of galvanised iron and the other of tin. By 1930/31, the house was owned and occupied by Martha Davis and in the early 1950s, it was owned by Albertina Davis. Albertina rented it to James Gillan for a time, before selling the house to Anka Radetic, who moved in for a few years. Between the early 1950s and the mid-1960s, Anka Zupan was the registered owner of the house. It was leased to tenants throughout this time. Circa 1965, House 1 Gold Street was bought by Battista & Caterina Pariatore. In 1981, it was owned by the Mollison family. This place was included in the list of heritage places in the City of Fremantle identified by the Fremantle Society (1979/80) - RED -significant for contributing to the unique character of Fremantle.

Integrity/Authenticity

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).

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Condition assessed as good (assessed from streetscape survey only).

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TERRACE, 10 GOLD STREET

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Terrace, 6, 8 & 10 Gold Street, is a typical brick and iron single storey group of 3 terraces houses dating from 1902. The place has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape and the surrounding area. It is representative of the typical workers' houses in the Fremantle area. The place is an example of the Federation Bungalow style of architecture.

Physical Description

Terrace, 6, 8 & 10 Gold Street is a group of three, single storey, brick and iron terraces built c.1902 designed as an example of the Federation Bungalow style of architecture. The walls to number 6 and 8 are red brick with two rendered bands at dado and sill height. The walls to number 10 are rendered. The roof is hipped and gabled. The roof to number 6 and 10 is clad with corrugated iron, the roof to number 8 is clad with asbestos. The dividing parapet walls are visible through the roof. There are decorative timber elements to the gable ends on number 6 and 8. On number 10 the gable end has been rendered. There is a separate verandah which is clad in corrugated iron to number 6 and 10 and to number 8 the verandah is clad in asbestos. To number 6 and 8 the verandah is supported by tubular steel posts and to number 10 the verandah is supported by cement columns. Under each verandah is a front door and a double hung sash window. There are two red face brick corbelled chimneys evident. There is a low level brick wall to the front boundary line of number 6 and 8, to number 10 the wall is rendered.

History

Gold Street was gazetted as George Street on 2 September 1904. The land formed a part of a large block owned by Henry Briggs, then President of the Legislative Council. George (Gold) Street was constructed in 1905 at a cost of ₤250. By 1908, a public reserve had been earmarked at the intersection of Francisco Street and George Street. George Street was renamed Gold Street in circa 1921. The majority of the housing stock in the street dates from the late 1890s and early 1900s. Terrace, 10 Gold Street was built c. 1902 along with the terraces at 6 and 8 Gold Street. In 1904/05, the terraces were owned by Annie Elizabeth Turner. A Metropolitan Sewerage plan dated c. 1910 shows a run of three brick terraced houses at 6, 8 and 10 Gold Street (then numbered 22, 20 and 18). Each had a full length front verandah and a bath and small verandah at the rear. There was a succession of owners and tenants between c. 1910 and c. 1930, when they were purchased by Sarah Dean. Sarah owned the terraces until c. 1950 and they continued to be rental properties during this time. The terraces were subsequently owned by Norma Lavinder (early 1950s); Gyula and Bodegraja Farkas (mid-1950s); and George Farras (c. 1964). The terraces were still in Farras family ownership in 2005. This place was included in the list of heritage places in the City of Fremantle identified by the Fremantle Society (1979/80) - RED -significant for contributing to the unique character of Fremantle.

Integrity/Authenticity

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

Condition assessed as good (assessed from streetscape survey only).

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HOUSE, 11 GOLD STREET

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House, 11 Gold Street, is a typical timber and iron single storey house dating from c1900. The place has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape and the surrounding area. It is representative of the typical workers' houses in the Fremantle area. The place is an example of the Federation Bungalow style of architecture.

Physical Description

11 Gold Street is a single storey timber and iron house constructed c.1900 in the Federation Bungalow style of Architecture. The walls are timber framed and clad with timber weatherboards. The roof is hipped and gabled and clad with corrugated iron. The verandah is under a separate corrugated iron roof supported by timber posts. There is another separate corrugated iron verandah which runs in front of the protruding front room and wraps around the side of the house also supported on timber posts. The asymmetrical front façade has a protruding front room with two double hung sash windows. There are two corbelled chimneys evident, one is red brick, the other is rendered. The house is situated at street level and close to the front boundary line. There is a timber picket fence to the front boundary line.

History

Gold Street was gazetted as George Street on 2 September 1904. The land formed a part of a large block owned by Henry Briggs, then President of the Legislative Council. George (Gold) Street was constructed in 1905 at a cost of ₤250. By 1908, a public reserve had been earmarked at the intersection of Francisco Street and George Street. George Street was renamed Gold Street in circa 1921. The majority of the housing stock in the street dates from the late 1890s and early 1900s. House, 11 Gold Street was built c. 1900 for Carl Carlson, a biscuit maker. A Metropolitan Sewerage plan dated 1908 shows an irregular shaped weatherboard residence with a full length front verandah wrapping around the side and across the front of a recessed section. There was glass house attached to the rear of the house, along with a small weatherboard addition near a well. A Sewerage plan dated 1954 shows that the house was changed little in the intervening years. The glass house is not shown on this plan. The Carlsons continued to own the property until the early 1960s, when the house was bought by Jessie Wilson. House, 11 Gold Street has had a number of owners since the early 1970s. This place was included in the list of heritage places in the City of Fremantle identified by the Fremantle Society (1979/80) - RED -significant for contributing to the unique character of Fremantle.

Integrity/Authenticity

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

Condition assessed as good (assessed from streetscape survey only).

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HOUSE, 12 GOLD STREET

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House, 12 Gold Street, is a typical rendered masonry and tile single storey house dating from c1910. The place has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape and the surrounding area. It is representative of the typical workers' houses in the Fremantle area. The place is an example of the Federation Bungalow style of architecture.

Physical Description

12 Gold Street is a single storey, rendered masonry and tile house with a symmetrical facade built c.1910 and designed as an example of the Federation Bungalow style of architecture. The walls are rendered masonry. The roof is hipped and clad with tiles. The facade has a central front door with sidelights flanked on either side by metal roller shutter covered windows. The verandah has a separate flat concrete roof and is supported by cement columns with a metal balustrade. There are two corbelled brick and rendered chimneys evident, one with chimney pot. There is a low level rendered masonry and iron wall to the front boundary.

History

Gold Street was gazetted as George Street on 2 September 1904. The land formed a part of a large block owned by Henry Briggs, then President of the Legislative Council. George (Gold) Street was constructed in 1905 at a cost of ₤250. By 1908, a public reserve had been earmarked at the intersection of Francisco Street and George Street. George Street was renamed Gold Street in circa 1921. The majority of the housing stock in the street dates from the late 1890s and early 1900s. House, 12 Gold Street was built c. 1910. In 1912/12, it was owned by James Fitzgerald. Following World War I, the house was purchased by the War Services Homes Board. Charles Ward was the returned serviceman that received the house; by 1952 the title to the house had been transferred to his name. A Metropolitan Sewerage plan dated c. 1910 shows a substantial brick building with a full length front verandah and centrally located front steps. The back verandah was enclosed at each end with weatherboard and there was a small weatherboard outbuilding to the north east of the house. There were also stables, a water closet and a weatherboard shed at the back of the house. By 1974, House 12 Gold Street was owned by Francesco Allegretta. It has been owned by the Da Silva family since 1977.

Integrity/Authenticity

Medium degree of integrity (original intent mostly clear, current use compatible, high long term sustainability). Medium degree of authenticity with some original fabric remaining. (These statements based on street survey only).

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Condition assessed as good (assessed from streetscape survey only).

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HOUSE, 13 GOLD STREET

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House, 13 Gold Street, is a typical rendered masonry and iron single storey house dating from c1898. The place has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape and the surrounding area. It is representative of the typical workers' houses in the Fremantle area. The place is an example of the Federation Queen Anne style of architecture.

Physical Description

13 Gold Street is a single storey rendered masonry and iron house with an asymmetrical facade built c1898 and designed as an example of the Federation Queen Anne style of architecture. The walls are rendered masonry. The roof is hipped and clad with corrugated iron. The protruding front room is hexagonal in shape with fixed panes to the central arched window and double hung sash windows on either side. All windows feature ornate rendering. The verandah has a separate corrugated iron bullnose roof featuring decorative iron brackets and frieze. There is a weatherboard addition at the front of the house. There is a timber picket fence to the front boundary line, together with trees making further description difficult.

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Gold Street was gazetted as George Street on 2 September 1904. The land formed a part of a large block owned by Henry Briggs, then President of the Legislative Council. George (Gold) Street was constructed in 1905 at a cost of ₤250. By 1908, a public reserve had been earmarked at the intersection of Francisco Street and George Street. George Street was renamed Gold Street in circa 1921. The majority of the housing stock in the street dates from the late 1890s and early 1900s. House, 13 Gold Street was built prior to 1900. In that year, it was owned and occupied by Charles Reynolds, a contractor, and his family. The rate book indicates that the cottage was occupied by six males and four females. A Metropolitan Sewerage plan dated 1908 shows a brick house with a projecting bay window and a half length front verandah. There was a relatively large galvanised iron addition to the rear. In the backyard, there was a well and a large weatherboard outbuilding with a verandah. The Reynolds family continued to live in the house until c. 1920, when it was bought by Walderman Laxen. In 1922/23, it was occupied by John Hawkins. Arthur Allison was the occupant in 1932/33 and by 1942, Clifford Allison was the owner although Arthur was still listed as the tenant. Clifford moved into the house sometime in the early 1950s, and the house was still owned by the Allison family in 2005. This place was included in the list of heritage places in the City of Fremantle identified by the Fremantle Society (1979/80) - RED -significant for contributing to the unique character of Fremantle.

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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).

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Condition assessed as good (assessed from streetscape survey only).

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HOUSE, 14 GOLD STREET

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House, 14 Gold Street, is a typical timber and iron single storey house dating from c1902. The place has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape and the surrounding area. It is representative of the typical workers' houses in the Fremantle area. The place is an example of the Federation Bungalow style of architecture.

Physical Description

14 Gold Street is a single storey timber and iron house constructed c.1902 in the Federation Bungalow style of Architecture. The walls are timber framed and clad with timber weatherboards. The roof is hipped and gabled and clad with corrugated iron. The verandah is under a separate corrugated iron roof supported by timber posts. The asymmetrical front façade has a front door with side and fanlights and double hung sash window with sidelights to the right. There is a protruding front room with a double hung sash window with sidelights and awning which also has an external door opening from the side onto the verandah. The house is situated at street level. There is a low rendered masonry wall to the front boundary line.

History

Gold Street was gazetted as George Street on 2 September 1904. The land formed a part of a large block owned by Henry Briggs, then President of the Legislative Council. George (Gold) Street was constructed in 1905 at a cost of ₤250. By 1908, a public reserve had been earmarked at the intersection of Francisco Street and George Street. George Street was renamed Gold Street in circa 1921. The majority of the housing stock in the street dates from the late 1890s and early 1900s. House, 14 Gold Street was built c. 1902. In 1904/05, Margaret Brown was listed as the owner and occupant. Ms Brown continued to live in the house until c. 1940, although she retained ownership until c. 1950. Vera Elliott was listed as the owner and occupant in 1952; Vera King from c. 1955 to c. 1985. A Metropolitan Sewerage plan dated 1954 shows a weatherboard residence with a full length front verandah and an asbestos addition to the rear. There were paths to the front and west of the building, leading to the back of the house and outbuildings in the back yard. This place was included in the list of heritage places in the City of Fremantle identified by the Fremantle Society (1979/80) - RED -significant for contributing to the unique character of Fremantle.

Integrity/Authenticity

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).

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Condition assessed as good (assessed from streetscape survey only).

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HOUSE, 15 GOLD STREET

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House, 15 Gold Street, is a typical timber and iron single storey house dating from c1902. The place has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape and the surrounding area. It is representative of the typical workers' houses in the Fremantle area. The place is an example of the Federation Bungalow style of architecture.

Physical Description

15 Gold Street is a single storey timber and iron house constructed c.1902 in the Federation Bungalow style of Architecture. The walls are timber framed and clad with timber weatherboards. The roof is hipped and clad with corrugated iron. The verandah is under a separate corrugated iron roof supported by chamfered timber posts. The symmetrical front façade has a central front door with side and fanlights flanked on either side by timber framed double hung sash windows with sidelights. There are two face brick and rendered corbelled chimneys evident. The house is situated at street level. There is a timber picket fence to the front boundary line.

History

Gold Street was gazetted as George Street on 2 September 1904. The land formed a part of a large block owned by Henry Briggs, then President of the Legislative Council. George (Gold) Street was constructed in 1905 at a cost of ₤250. By 1908, a public reserve had been earmarked at the intersection of Francisco Street and George Street. George Street was renamed Gold Street in circa 1921. The majority of the housing stock in the street dates from the late 1890s and early 1900s. House, 15 Gold Street was built c. 1902. In 1904/05, George Fry was the owner; Samuel Lawrence, a water police constable, was the tenant. A Metropolitan Sewerage plan dated 1908 shows a weatherboard residence with a full length front verandah. The rear verandah ran almost the full length of the house; the eastern end was enclosed to create a bath with an attached toilet. A well was located near the toilet and there was another brick toilet located near the back fence. By 1912/13, the house was owned by Minnie Pearl Allen. In 1922/23, the owner/occupant was Alice Hogg. Ms Hogg retained ownership until c. 1950, although from the early 1930s, the house was leased to a succession of tenants. House, 15 Gold Street was owned by Emil Crayby in the early 1950s and between c. 1950 and 1980 by Frank and Salvatore Paparone and Teresa Carello. This place was included in the list of heritage places in the City of Fremantle identified by the Fremantle Society (1979/80) - RED -significant for contributing to the unique character of Fremantle.

Integrity/Authenticity

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

Condition assessed as good (assessed from streetscape survey only).

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HOUSE, 16 GOLD STREET

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House, 16 Gold Street, is a typical limestone, brick and iron single storey house dating from c1902. The place has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape and the surrounding area. It is representative of the typical workers' houses in the Fremantle area. The place is an example of the Federation Bungalow style of architecture.

Physical Description

16 Gold Street is a single storey, limestone, brick and iron house built c.1902 with a symmetrical facade designed as an example of the Federation Bungalow style of architecture. The walls are limestone with red brick quoins. The roof is hipped and clad with corrugated iron. The façade is symmetrical with a central front door and double hung sash windows with iron security grills. The verandah has a separate corrugated iron bullnose roof supported on timber posts with decorative timber brackets. There is a rendered and brick corbelled chimney evident. There is a timber picket fence to the front boundary line.

History

Gold Street was gazetted as George Street on 2 September 1904. The land formed a part of a large block owned by Henry Briggs, then President of the Legislative Council. George (Gold) Street was constructed in 1905 at a cost of ₤250. By 1908, a public reserve had been earmarked at the intersection of Francisco Street and George Street. George Street was renamed Gold Street in circa 1921. The majority of the housing stock in the street dates from the late 1890s and early 1900s. House, 16 Gold Street was built c. 1902. In 1904/05, it was owned by Francis and Hanlin Moseley and occupied by Charles Fergsimmons, a labourer. By 1912/13, it was owned and occupied by Mary O’Connor. Ms O’Connor continued to live in the house until c. 1933. Her estate retained ownership for about another ten years and it was occupied by tenants during this time. After a short period of ownership by Salvatore Viriagliotta and then Alice Brosna, House 16 Gold Street was bought by Gennoro and Ippolita Zaza in the mid-1950s. The Zazas continued to own the property until the early 1980s and it has had a couple of owners since that time. A Metropolitan Sewerage plan dated 1954 shows a substantial brick residence with a full length front verandah with centrally located front steps. There was a weatherboard addition to the rear, with a small tin structure attached. A separate asbestos laundry and toilet were located in the back yard. This place was included in the list of heritage places in the City of Fremantle identified by the Fremantle Society (1979/80) - RED -significant for contributing to the unique character of Fremantle.

Integrity/Authenticity

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).

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Condition assessed as good (assessed from streetscape survey only).

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HOUSE, 18 GOLD STREET

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House, 18 Gold Street, is an altered timber and tile single storey house dating from c1898. The place has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape and the surrounding area. It is representative of the typical workers' houses in the Fremantle area. The place is an example of the Victorian Georgian style of architecture.

Physical Description

18 Gold Street is a later altered single storey timber and tile house constructed c1898 in the Victorian Georgian style of Architecture. The walls are timber framed and clad with weatherboards. The roof is hipped and clad with tiles. The verandah is under a separate tiled roof supported by timber posts enclosed with fibre cement sheeting balustrade and one section of lattice. The front door and one window are under the verandah. The asymmetrical front façade has a hexagonal shaped protruding front room. There is a chimney evident. The house is elevated from the street level. There is a timber picket fence to the front boundary line.

History

Gold Street was gazetted as George Street on 2 September 1904. The land formed a part of a large block owned by Henry Briggs, then President of the Legislative Council. George (Gold) Street was constructed in 1905 at a cost of ₤250. By 1908, a public reserve had been earmarked at the intersection of Francisco Street and George Street. George Street was renamed Gold Street in circa 1921. The majority of the housing stock in the street dates from the late 1890s and early 1900s. House, 18 Gold Street had been built by 1900. In that year, it was owned by Benjamin Newey and occupied by Donald Stuart, a bookmaker. The rate book indicates that the Stuart family comprised two males and three females. By 1904/05, the property was owned by Thomas Northrop and occupied by James Tilley, a clerk. By 1912, Thomas Northrop had moved into the house. He remained there until c. 1940, when it was bought by John Davidson. A Metropolitan Sewerage plan dated 1954 shows a weatherboard house a bay window to the east and a with full length front verandah. At the back of the house, there was another verandah and detached asbestos laundry. There was a large asbestos structure with verandah at the rear of the lot (along the eastern boundary) and a galvanised iron outbuilding against the western boundary. . In the 1950s, it was owned by Roger Caulfield and then Arne Hanson. Then Hanson family continued to own House, 18 Gold Street until 1975, when it was bought by Walter Bell. This place was included in the list of heritage places in the City of Fremantle identified by the Fremantle Society (1979/80) - RED -significant for contributing to the unique character of Fremantle.

Integrity/Authenticity

Medium degree of integrity (original intent mostly clear, current use compatible, high long term sustainability). Medium degree of authenticity with some original fabric remaining. (These statements based on street survey only).

Condition

Condition assessed as good (assessed from streetscape survey only).

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DUPLEX, 2 GOLD STREET

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Duplex, 2 & 4 Gold Street, is a typical limestone, brick and iron single storey duplex pair dating from 1905. The place has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape and the surrounding area. It is representative of the typical workers' houses in the Fremantle area. The place is an example of the Federation Bungalow style of architecture.

Physical Description

2-4 Gold Street is a single storey, brick and iron duplex pair with a symmetrical facade designed as an example of the Federation Bungalow style of architecture. The walls are rendered and painted brick. The roof is hipped and gabled and clad with corrugated iron with dividing wall visible through roof. The verandah has a separate bullnose corrugated iron roof and is supported by timber posts with simple timber balustrade, Number 4 has decorative iron brackets and frieze. The gables have timber finials. The front doors are adjacent to each other and each has double hung sash windows with iron security grills. Number 2 has a rendered corbelled chimney evident, Number 4 has a face brick corbelled chimney evident. There is a timber picket fence to the front boundary line.

History

Gold Street was gazetted as George Street on 2 September 1904. The land formed a part of a large block owned by Henry Briggs, then President of the Legislative Council. George (Gold) Street was constructed in 1905 at a cost of ₤250. By 1908, a public reserve had been earmarked at the intersection of Francisco Street and George Street. George Street was renamed Gold Street in circa 1921. The majority of the housing stock in the street dates from the late 1890s and early 1900s. Duplex, 2-4 Gold Street was built between 1901 and c. 1910. A Metropolitan Sewerage plan dated c. 1910 shows a pair of small attached brick cottages with full width front verandahs. By 1922, the two cottages were occupied by George Schropsoll and Harold Chamberlain. In 1930/31, Arthur Johnson was the owner. George Schropsoll still lived in No. 2, while Emma Hagg lived in the No. 4. Helena Hutton owned the duplex pair from c. 1940 until at least the mid-1960s. Both were leased to tenants throughout this time. In 1981, the duplexes at 2 and 4 Gold Street were owned by the Cuming family. This place was included in the list of heritage places in the City of Fremantle identified by the Fremantle Society (1979/80) - RED -significant for contributing to the unique character of Fremantle.

Integrity/Authenticity

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

Condition assessed as good (assessed from streetscape survey only).

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HOUSE, 20 GOLD STREET

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House, 20 Gold Street, is a typical limestone, brick and iron single storey house dating from c1898. The place has aesthetic value for its contribution to the streetscape and the surrounding area. It is representative of the typical Victorian Georgian style of architecture.

Physical Description

20 Gold Street is a single storey, limestone, brick and iron house with a symmetrical facade built c 1898 and designed as an example of the Victorian Georgian style of architecture. The walls are limestone with red brick quoins. The roof is hipped and clad with corrugated iron. The façade is symmetrical with a central front door with fan and sidelights flanked on either side by double hung sash windows. The verandah has a separate corrugated iron bullnose roof supported on chamfered timber posts. There is a red brick chimney evident. There is a low level rendered masonry wall to the front boundary line.

History

Gold Street was gazetted as George Street on 2 September 1904. The land formed a part of a large block owned by Henry Briggs, then President of the Legislative Council. George (Gold) Street was constructed in 1905 at a cost of ₤250. By 1908, a public reserve had been earmarked at the intersection of Francisco Street and George Street. George Street was renamed Gold Street in circa 1921. The majority of the housing stock in the street dates from the late 1890s and early 1900s. House, 20 Gold Street was built prior to 1900. In that year, it was listed in the rate book as a cottage owned and occupied by Benjamin Newey, a builder. He shared the house with his wife, daughter and two sons. By 1904, the cottage was owned by Uphemia Berman and occupied by John Jenkins, a clergyman. Albert Sussex moved in c. 1905. In 1912/13, House, 20 Gold Street was owned by Henry Wright and occupied by William Dodd. Maggie and John Joyce were the owners and occupiers in 1922/23, and a decade later, Patrick Gannon was the owner and occupier. Although Mr Gannon died c. 1940, the property remained part of his estate until the early 1950s. During this time, it was under the care of Clarice Holland. A Metropolitan Sewerage plan dated 1954 shows a substantial brick residence with a full length front verandah and front steps and path set slightly off centre (to the east). There was a substantial weatherboard addition at the rear, and a single asbestos outbuilding in the backyard. In the mid-1950s, the property was purchased by Bianca and Gaetano Librizzi. The ownership had changed in the early 1970s to Ivan and Maria Babic. House, 20 Gold Street has had several owners since then. This place was included in the list of heritage places in the City of Fremantle identified by the Fremantle Society (1979/80) - BROWN -significant for making a positive contribution to the built environment of Fremantle.

Integrity/Authenticity

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

Condition assessed as good (assessed from streetscape survey only).

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