Helshooghte Road, Cnr Lelie Street
2757
Address
Helshooghte Road, Corner Lelie Street
Date Built
Suggested Grading
IIIB
Property Number
2757
Present NHRA protection
S34
Older than 60 years - at time of survey
yes
Description
Edwardian single storey building, facing the bend in the road, with likely Victorian core. Although single storey, the building is very tall, and appears to almost be institutional in its proportioning. Tall, vertical windows and a central door (all appear to be original) as well as decorative eaves and plaster quoining add to the structure. A large, lawned forecourt to the structure, as well as mature oak trees, are important to the character of the site as a whole.
Details
Valley
Area
Landscape Unit
Townscape
Landscape Unit Grade
Grade II
Architect / Builder
Current Use
Residential
Original Use
Agricultural Research
General Evaluation
Interior Description
History
The structure appears on the c1938 aerial photography for the area.
Grouping with other sites
Evidence of Demolition
Contextual Design
The building is a landmark along the Helshooghte Road.
Invasive Elements
Heritage Vulnerability
Insensitive alterations and additions, the subdivision and development of the balance of the site could seriously erode the character and landmark significance of the site.
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Latitude/Longitude
-33.924368 / 18.872242
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Additional Information
Additional Documents
Survey
2016
Circa
Admin Area
Allotment
Zoning
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Date of survey
2016
Linked to erf/erven
Linked Address
Environment
Valley PDF
No document
AREA PDF
No document
Landscape Unit PDF
No document
Townscape PDF
2016 Survey Document - Site PDF
OTHER DOCUMENTS
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NHRA Significance
Age
Medium
Archaeology
None
Architectural
Medium
Associational
None
Intangible
None
* SCALE USED: High / Medium / Low / None
Rarity
Medium
Representivity
Low
Scientific
None
Symbolic
None
Statement of Significance
This structure is a landmark building along the Helshooghte Road. Its Edwardian architecture and
proportions are unique. Its green, open "forecourt" with mature oaks is key to the sense of place of
the site. It has historical, architectural, landscape, scenic and landmark signifiance.
Landscape Significance
The lawned "forecourt" and mature oaks are central to the sense of place and character of the site.
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Additional Photos
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