Who Makes Decisions about Heritage?

Who makes decisions about heritage at federal, state and local government level? And who in the private sector makes decisions about heritage? Is cultural built heritage properly presided over by professionals? If so, how tendentious are they?


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Why is heritage conservation good for society?

I can think of ten good reasons why heritage conservation is not only good for society but healthy too. I list them as follows;


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New Ways of Assessing Heritage Impact

The system we use today in NSW and Australia generally to assess heritage impact is limited and perhaps slightly old school.


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For the Love and Heritage Significance of the Queen Victoria Building’s Stained-Glass Windows

The Queen Victoria Building (QVB) has received much attention lately, due to the public's blaring critique of the plans to...

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Adapting Heritage Buildings in Sydney’s CBD for a New Entertainment Precinct

[caption id="attachment_4203" align="aligncenter" width="905"] Fig. 1 The former warehouse-turned-bank National House at 75 York Street, where Merivale already operates Hotel...

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A Response to the Housing Now! Conference

Last week, I was fortunate to attend the Housing Now! Conference, held at CommBank Stadium in Parramatta. The Minns Government...

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Our Approach to Transport-Oriented-Development (TOD) in Light of Woollahra Railway Station Plans

There has been much talk in the media over recent weeks about the NSW Government’s plans to complete and re-open...

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The Man Who Bought a Heritage House

A Cautionary Tale. [caption id="attachment_4158" align="aligncenter" width="928"] Nina, House in a forest. Nina | Storybook art, Cottage art, Cottage illustration,...

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Balancing Heritage Protection with Housing Progress in Kur-ring-gai

A very interesting article was shared last Tuesday in the Sydney Morning Herald about the impact of the Transport-Oriented Development...

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A Response to the Rezoning Plans for Sydney Central Station

Last week, I read an article in the Sydney Morning Herald about how the NSW Government has been considering a...

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Culling the Numbers of Heritage Listed Items in NSW

Some weeks ago, I held a Q&A session with the Heritage 21 team. This discussion was prompted by a need...

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Differing Heritage Management Systems: Australia vs USA

For the past 40 years, we have based all our heritage listings and conservation areas in NSW on one aspect...

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A Necessary Discussion about ‘Heritage Significance’

Every single object, including buildings, are culturally significant. Whether the pen in my hand or the 19th century town hall...

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Transport-Oriented-Development and its Effects on Heritage Conservation Areas

There has been a lot of hype recently around Transport-Oriented-Development (TOD) and Heritage Conservation Areas (HCAs). Firstly, a distinction needs...

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Time to Review NSW Heritage Lists (Local Government)

When were our heritage lists in NSW last reviewed? The answer – never. I started off in the heritage industry...

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Liam Corr
Registered Architect

“It has also been a pleasure working with Paul and your team on this project. To be honest, I had not done heritage projects before and it was only through Paul and your team’s guidance that allowed me to complete this project at a high standard. I am now confident in doing heritage projects like this and I look forward to the next project that we can work on together. Again, thank Paul and Divya patience and professional advice throughout the process. ”

Eddie Lam
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Nick Maric
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“I just wanted to share the good news that Canterbury-Bankstown Council has decided to withdraw the development control order issued to our client. The report you prepared was pivotal in this decision by the Council. Many thanks to you, Paul and the team for your work on this. ”

Anna Lindeman-Jones
Senior Associate - Addisons

“I'd like to thank Paul and Lauren for their dedication, persistence and well thought through support and substantiation of the design merits of our development proposal; it is no easy feat to have a new building approved in a heritage conservation area, and particularly adjacent to heritage items. ”

Tim McLachlan
Development Manager

“I consider that we have a well prepared case that has been cogently articulated by Paul and Michael. It is a fraught experience for us, however we do appreciate the input from top professionals such as Paul ”

Richard Mann
Registered Architect

“Hi team at Heritage 21 I just wanted to say thanks for all your hard work on Mosman and being so responsive etc. One of our team recommended you and I have been very happy with the service provided. ”

Di Jones
Principal - Linked Project Management

“We would also like to take a quick moment to thank you all for your contribution to the project and we will update you on any developments as necessary”

Jose Serrao
Registered Architect

“Dear Heritage 21 team, I am please to advise that all the work prepared by your team has satisfied council’s contentions. We definitely know who to come to next time for heritage matters. ”

Andres Caceres
Level 33

“Thank you for all your work preparing this Statement of Heritage. I sat down yesterday and had a good read cover to cover, and felt very appreciative of your level of research and detailed consideration of our requirements.”

Veechi
Varuna', Katoomba

“Just wanted to let you know, Council agreed with us in our application to reinstate the front facade! I am so excited. I wanted to thank you for all your help in getting this across the line. ”

Jane Frawley

“It has been a pleasure to work with you and your team as well!”

Georgia
Holding Redlich

“Dear Heritage 21 team - This is an excellent result, thank you for all your work.”

Sevda Cemil
Midson

“Sites with heritage values present great opportunities, however often can be easily derailed if clear, concise and timely advice is not provide at the earliest stages of site planning. I have worked with Heritage 21 over numerous projects across Sydney and have found them to be valuable project partners in the development process. ”

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article-1
For the Love and Heritage Significance of the Queen Victoria Building’s Stained-Glass Windows

The Queen Victoria Building (QVB) has received much attention lately, due to the public's blaring critique of the plans to…

Read more
article-1
Adapting Heritage Buildings in Sydney’s CBD for a New Entertainment Precinct

[caption id="attachment_4203" align="aligncenter" width="905"] Fig. 1 The former warehouse-turned-bank National House at 75 York Street, where Merivale already operates Hotel…

Read more
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A Response to the Housing Now! Conference

Last week, I was fortunate to attend the Housing Now! Conference, held at CommBank Stadium in Parramatta. The Minns Government…

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