House at 94 Morris Street

Location

94 Morris Street WILLIAMSTOWN, Hobsons Bay City

Level

Included in Heritage Overlay

Statement of Significance

What is Significant?

The house, originally constructed in 1864 with later additions, at 94 Morris Street, Williamstown.

How is it Significant?

The house at 94 Morris Street, Williamstown is of local historic and aesthetic significance to the City of Hobsons Bay.

Why is it Significant?

Historically, it is significant as one of a small number of surviving pre-1870 houses in South Williamstown, which demonstrate the first phase of development of this area. (AHC criteria A4 and D2)

Aesthetically, it is significant as an unusual example of an early Victorian cottage constructed from basalt, which is notable for its relatively large size and asymmetrical form. (AHC criteria E1 and F1)

Group

Residential buildings (private)

Category

House