30-42 Lower Fort Street, Millers Point facts for kids
Quick facts for kids 30-42 Lower Fort Street, Millers Point |
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These buildings at 30-42 Lower Fort Street (left) and 2-4 Trinity Avenue (right) were once public housing. This picture was taken in 2019.
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| Location | 30, 32, 34, 36, 38, 40, 42 Lower Fort Street, Millers Point, City of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia |
| Built | c. 1910 |
| Architect | NSW Government Architect |
| Architectural style(s) | Federation Arts and Crafts |
| Official name: Residence | |
| Type | State heritage (built) |
| Designated | 2 April 1999 |
| Reference no. | 894 |
| Type | Historic site |
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The buildings at 30-42 Lower Fort Street, Millers Point are a special group of terrace houses. They are located in the inner-city Sydney area called Millers Point, in New South Wales, Australia. These buildings were designed by the NSW Government Architect. They were added to the New South Wales State Heritage Register on 2 April 1999 because of their historical importance.
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A Look Back in Time
Millers Point is one of the very first places where European settlers lived in Australia. It was also a busy hub for ships and sea activities. These apartment blocks were built around 1910. They were part of a big project to rebuild the area after a serious health crisis. The NSW Department of Housing first rented out these homes in 1982.
What the Buildings Look Like
These buildings are three storeys tall and made of brick. They were built around 1910 and have simple but nice details. Inside, there are three apartments with two bedrooms and three apartments with one bedroom.
The buildings have:
- Three floors
- Walls made of face brick (meaning the bricks are visible)
- Roofs made of corrugated iron
- Wooden sun hoods supported by brackets
- Balconies made of cast iron
- Windows made of painted timber
The style of the buildings is called Federation Arts and Crafts. This style was popular in Australia around the early 1900s.
Changes Over Time
Some parts of the buildings have been changed since they were first built. For example, the shutters have been altered, and some of the wooden parts (joinery) have been modified.
Why These Buildings Are Special
As of November 2000, these three-storey apartment blocks are considered very important. They are a great example of homes built for workers around 1910, especially after the health crisis in the area.
These buildings are part of the Millers Point Conservation Area. This whole area is a well-preserved neighbourhood with homes and public spaces that date back to the 1830s. It shows how the landscape was changed and used in the 1800s.
The buildings at 30-42 Lower Fort Street, Millers Point, were officially listed on the New South Wales State Heritage Register on 2 April 1999.
