22 Lower Fort Street, Millers Point facts for kids
Quick facts for kids 22 Lower Fort Street, Millers Point |
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| Location | 22 Lower Fort Street, Millers Point, City of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia |
| Architectural style(s) | Victorian Regency |
| Official name: Townhouse | |
| Type | State heritage (built) |
| Designated | 2 April 1999 |
| Reference no. | 880 |
| Type | Historic site |
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22 Lower Fort Street, Millers Point is a special old building in the inner city Sydney suburb of Millers Point. It used to be a home and is now a boarding house. This building is listed on the New South Wales State Heritage Register, which means it's an important part of history and needs to be protected. It was added to this list on April 2, 1999.
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A Look Back: History of the Building
Millers Point is one of the very first places in Australia where Europeans settled. It was a busy area for ships and sea activities. This building, 22 Lower Fort Street, was built in the mid-1850s. It was one of two townhouses designed in a style popular in London. These buildings are a key part of the street's look. The NSW Department of Housing first rented out this property in 1983.
What the Building Looks Like
This building is a large Victorian townhouse. It is built in the Regency style, which was popular in London. It has three main floors, plus a basement and an attic.
Outside Features
The front of the building has a special entrance called a portico. It has tall, decorative columns that it shares with the house next door. On the second floor, there is a balcony with pretty iron lace. Three French doors open onto this balcony.
- Number of Storeys: Three
- Materials: Painted brickwork, a roof made of corrugated iron. The balcony has iron lace on a wooden frame.
- Style: Victorian Regency
The outside of the building is in good condition.
Changes Over Time
Some parts of the building have been changed since it was first built. Window hoods were added to the top floor. Also, some of the wooden parts, like doors and windows, have been updated.
Why This Building is Special
As of 2003, this property was one of two Regency-style townhouses. They were designed like London homes with three storeys. The outside of the building is almost exactly as it was when it was built.
This building is part of the Millers Point Conservation Area. This area is a well-preserved neighborhood with homes and public spaces. Many of these buildings date back to the 1830s. It shows how people adapted the landscape in the 1800s.
22 Lower Fort Street, Millers Point, was officially listed on the New South Wales State Heritage Register on April 2, 1999. This listing helps protect its historical value for the future.
