House at 64-70 North Road

Location

64-70 North Road NEWPORT, Hobsons Bay City

Level

Included in Heritage Overlay

Statement of Significance

What is Significant?

The terrace, constructed c.1915, at 64-70 North Road, Newport.

How is it Significant?

The terrace at 64-70 North Road, Newport is of local historic and aesthetic significance to the City of Hobsons Bay.

Why is it Significant?

Historically, it demonstrates the significant residential growth that occurred in the Newport area during the Federation and Edwardian eras as a consequence of the expansion of local industry. (AHC criteria A4 and D2)

Aesthetically, it is significant as a representative example of a well-detailed Edwardian terrace. Terrace housing forms are rare in the municipality and this is the only example from the Edwardian period. It contributes to the historic character of the Grindlay's Estate precinct. (AHC criteria B2 and E1)

Group

Residential buildings (private)

Category

House