Heritage Statement
Prepared for Heritage Western Cape Submitted in terms of Section 34 of the National Heritage Resources Act 25 of 1999 as a result of an intention to redevelop by means of Additions & Alterations
Erf 342 (Lot 98, consolidated Erven 98 & 340) Taillard Street Arniston (Waenhuiskrans) Cape Agulhas Municipality
prepared by Raymond Smith November 2013
Fig.1 View acros Markusbaai from the harbour with Erf 342 in the centre - thatched roof and gable ends C 2013
Contents
1. Executive Summary - p3
2. Statutory and Policy Framework - p4
3. Introduction - p5
4. Location and Context - p5
5. Description of Site/ Buildings and Identification of Resources - p10
6. Historical background of Cultural context - p17
7. History of Site and Ownership - p18
8. Interested & Affected Parties: Consultations and Comments - p20
9. Analysis and Statement of Cultural Significance with Grading - p20
10.Design Indicators, Informants and Constraints - p22
11.Development Proposal: Additions & Alterations - p24
12.Assessment of Impacts - p28
13.Conclusion - p28
14.Recommendation - p29
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1. Executive Summary
1.1 Purpose of this Report It is the intention with this Heritage Statement to identify, analyse and propose a grading of significance to heritage resources related to consolidated Erf 432 (Lot 98, Erven 98 and 340). With this information, design indicators and informants will be established allowing an assessment of impacts by the proposal on resources in order to inform the redevelopment application for Additions & Alterations. By so doing, satisfy the requirements of Section 34 of the National Heritage Resources Act 25 of 1999 and thereby assist HWC in their decision making process when considering the application for a permit to alter and introduce additions to a structures older than 60 years on the site.
1.2 Location of Resource(s) The property is prominently located in a residential zone on the sea front edge in Taillard Street, in one of three Cape Agulhas Municipality Town Planning Scheme designated heritage precincts of Arniston which lies 24 kilometers south of Bredasdorp.The area is referred to as “Arniston Old Town” which is the area east of Pratt Street and north of Cliff Street. Fig. 3 on page 7 indicates the heritage area referred to while demonstrating the properties’ relationship with other resources such as the Grade 1 Kassiesbaai fishing village to the north and its siting within the broader town context.
1.3 Description of Cultural Significance Historically the property is representative of the early evolution of cultural landscape and settlement patterns of the place and as such contributes much to the quality of the historic reading of the town. Originally the property formed part of the Arniston Downs farm dating back to 1836 when it was still a loan farm for grazing. The much altered architectural fabric still possess the scale and form of its earlier life with some authentic fabric intact. Aesthetically, its contribution to the
broader visual-spatial character within the cultural landscape and quality of the heritage area is valuable for two reasons: Firstly it adds value to the setting and has a landmark quality which contributes to important vistas, enjoys visual linkages with other heritage resources, landscape elements and set pieces such as Kassiesbaai fishing village, old town centre, coastal walk and majestic views over Markusbaai and the coast. Secondly, it forms an important component of the greater collective character of the streetscape with its neighbours which combines to provide the genius loci of the precinct. These contextual relationships assists in constructing an historic narrative while allowing a morphological reading of Arniston which contributes to understanding the cultural evolution of place. This report proposes a grading of 3C.
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1.4 Recommendation It is therefore recommended that Heritage Western Cape endorse this Heritage Statement for having met the
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requirements of Section 34 (1) of the National Heritage Act 25 of 1999 and in so doing grant a permit for the , redevelopment in the form of Alterations & Additions to the property with the conditions as specified under design
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2. Statutory and Policy Framework
2.1 Application Outline The owner(s) of Erf 342, Taillard street, Arniston, Mr De Villiers Graaff (trustee of Groenvlei Farms Trust) appointed architectural practitioner Mr Bobby Welman to produce sketch plans for possible redevelopment of the existing property which includes major Additions and Alterations to the dwelling. Mentioned sketch plans were shown to HWC who informed the owner that the site triggers Section 34 of NHR Act 25 of 1999 since the building fabric is older than 60 years and falls within a Heritage Area and therefore require that a Heritage Statement be produced. This report accompanies the official application and version 2 sketch plan proposal for a permit in response to the mentioned requirement.
2.2 Local Authority Planning Policies and Controls The Integrated Town Planning Scheme of Cape Agulhas Municiplity for Arniston, Cape Agulhas Spatial Development Framework of 2009, Conservation and Development Guidelines in accordance with Section 31 (1) of NHR Act and Section 54 on Municipal By-Laws regarding the protection and designation of heritage areas must be observed in reviewing planning policies and in this decision making process.
2.3 Statutory Requirements and Limits of Authority 2.3.1 Requirements In terms of the National Heritage Resources act 25 of 1999, Part 2: General protection, Section 34, “no person may alter or demolish any structure or part of a structure, which is older than 60 years without a permit issued by the relevant heritage resources authority.” This Heritage Statement is compiled in direct response to comply with such
Act to identify and determine cultural significance of heritage resources which may be affected by an application for a permit to effect Alterations and Additions in order to assist the heritage management process. Since the site contains building fabric older than 60 years and since it falls within an identified heritage area, the developer has to produce the required Heritage Statement, prepared by a person approved by the responsible heritage resources agency. NEMA Act 107 of 1998 is triggered since the site is within 100 meters from the high water mark. Since the footprint will not be increased by more than 50 square meters to the back and since the excavations will be less than 5 cubic meters, a letter of acknowledgement will be required from the Department of Environmental Affairs
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and Development Planning, confirming that an EIA will not be necessary. 2.3.2 Limits of Authority The relevant competent authority responsible for the issue of a permit to effect proposed Additions & Alterations in
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this case is Heritage Western Cape and not the local Municipality. The local authority may not approve any , proposed building plans for this site without approval from the PHRA first. The administrative process and
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3. Introduction
This application for a permit is as a result of the owner, Groenvlei Farms Trust’s intention to do Alterations and Additions on a structure which is more than 60 years old in the resort coastal town of Arniston which is in need of maintenance and refurbishment. The client also wish to address inadequacies with regards waterproofing problems, functionality of internal and external planning while creating more accommodation for the family.
In order to satisfy the requirements of Section 34 (1) of the National Heritage Resources Act 25 of 1999, it is the intention with this report to provide sufficient information on the history, context, site and structures on it to enable an assessment of significances and how the proposal may impact such. Further to this, design indicators and informants will be identified and articulated to assist the client’s re-development proposal which will be utilised to measure impacts and allow mitigation through establishing constraints.
4. Location and Context
The property is located in the Cape Agulhas Municipal district, 24km south of Bredasdorp along the R 316, in the coastal resort village of Arniston, also known as Waenhuiskrans. Erf 342 is situated in an identified heritage area in Taillard Street referred to as “Arniston Old Town,” which has been known as a popular residential holiday destination. Taillard Street itself is still well intact in terms of original built form which forms an important backdrop for views from Kassiesbaai on the opposite side, the slipway, and the beach contributing much to the experience and sense of place.
The property is prominently situated on the bend of Taillard street and visible from particularly the north and easterly
directions. It commands spactacular views over other heritage resources such as harbour (slipway), Markusbaai and the well known fisherman village of Kassiesbaai to the north. (see Fig’s. 3, 4 & 5)
The landscape character is picturesque with mostly traditional house typology of double pitch roofs with gable ends and white plastered and painted walls.
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4.1 Location map
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4.2 Location of site within Arniston in relation to other heritage resources
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Fig.3 Present day Aerial photograph of Arniston (Green designated Heritage Areas. Red indicates Erf 342) Courtesy Google earth
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4.3 Property layout of Arniston Old Town indicating site
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4.4 Location of Erf 342 in Taillard Street
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Erf Fig.5 Present day aerial photograph of portion of Arniston Old Town Courtesy Google earth
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5. Description of Site/ Buildings and Identification of Resources
The site is 554 square meters in size, defined by a low stone boundary wall located in a highly visible area of the Old Town on the bend in Taillard Street. The property is elevated being near the sea cliff edge and therefor forms a characterful backdrop as seen from the slipway, beach, Kassiesbaai and hotel area. The area is defined by single and double storey holiday homes of various typologies. Taillard Street however, consists only of single storey houses with traditional double pitch roofs and gable ends with enclosed stoep areas expressed as lean-to structures. This was one of the most typical house typologies in Old Town as can be noted in the 1948 and 1974 photographs (Fig’s. 6 & 7)
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Erf Fig.6 Aerial photograph of Arniston Old Town, Circa 1948 Source, unknown
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Erf 342, with its neighbours Erven 174, 175 (presently undergoing Additions & Alterations), 353 and 111 in Taillard Street forms a collective group which is responsible for the characterful streetscape still intact today as can be seen in Fig’s 8 to 12. The property consists of an L-shaped double pitch thatched roof with two gable ends. The thatched roof was turned into a loft sometime after 1974 when it received a dormer window. The enclosed stoep along the north was already a feature in 1948 although it was opened up with the insertion of large glass sliding doors and windows. A lean-to addition on the south east side was also a later addition to create another bedroom. A courtyard leads to a freestanding single garage built on the south rear boundary. The interior planning, due to many changes over the years, causes a negative spatial sequence which effects the experience and utility. The internal braai with chimney in the enclosed stoep area was a further addition in later years.
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Fig. 7 Photograph of Taillard Street, Circa 1974 Source National Archives, No. CA980
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Fig.8 Present day Taillard Street, C 2013 Erf 342, Erf 174, Erf 175, Erf 353, Erf 111
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Fig.10 Taillard Street, looking east. Courtesy Google earth
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Fig.12 North elevation Fig.13 South elevation Fig.14 East elevation
Fig.15 East gable detail Fig.16 North-east elevation Fig.17 View looking north
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6. Historical Background of Cultural context
Archaelogical evidence of Khoisan middens containing stone implements, shells, bones of birds and fish, suggest that the area has been frequented by people for more than 2000 years. European cattle farmers enjoyed grazing rights in the region of Bredasdorp by 1708.
Arniston was established in 1820, named after the Arniston ship wreck which stranded here in 1815 by which time a few loan farms was operational in the area. According to various sources (Parkington, 2006, et al) the nomadic people have moved on from the region by this time. The town is also known as Waenhuiskrans (Wagon house cave) referring to a natural cave feature at the eastern end of the town. By this time a small fishing community was operative at Kassiesbaai (north of the “Arniston Old Town” on Crown land. During 1836 the Swart family who was operative on the farm “gave 10 morgen to the fishing community on which they already lived.” (Henshilwood & Winter, 2000) 1 According to the author Du Doit, the name Kassiesbaai (kassie – wooden box) has been rumoured to have originated as a result of many paraffin boxes which used to wash up at shore in earlier years. Locals aparently used the wood to construct houses which they plastered in clay to waterproof. Original roofs were of local thatch. Sandstone became the preferred building material in later years, which is still used today (SJ Du Doit, 2005:258).
During 1838, Arniston Downs loan farm was granted to the partnership Reitz, van Breda and Joubert as private property. In 1880 the farm was transferred to Dirk Uys who purchased it. The brothers Francis Frederick Pratt, Julian Jurie John Pratt and John Urban Pratt became the new owners in 1894. In 1905, when the Pratt brothers planned to develop a holiday resort on the fisherman village land, the fishing community who consisted of about 30 families, resisted. According to court papers they were from Swellendam region and allegedly of Hessequa and free slave descendants who came to
settle here around 1850’s. After a Supreme Court judgment in which the court upheld the rights of the community to the land which was contested by the new owners, the Pratt brothers transferred the Kassiesbaai portion in 1937 to the “Fisherman’s Union of Waenhuiskrans” who was established in 1932.” This historical village consisted of about 80 houses at the time and was declared a National Monument in 1986. (Burman 1989, Walton, 1995). The full extent of the original fishing village area is still undetermined according to Henshilwood & Winter who claim that evidence do exist of it extending further south of the present location. (Henshilwood & Winter, 2000)
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Since Arniston was formally declared a town in 1922, it expanded with numerous new development (mostly holiday resort oriented) having occurred since. Kassiesbaai village became under threat during 1970’s with the Nationalist government threatening to move it due to serious deterioration and outstanding taxes not being paid by residents. Funds were raised by
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conservationists from Cape Town in 1975 to settle the taxes and to embark on a restoration project. In 1984 the , Waenhuiskrans Cultural Landscape was declared a Grade 1 National Heritage site.
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7. History of Site and Ownership
The site of concern to this report lies south of Kassiesbaai where a number of holiday homes of mostly farmers and town people existed at the time of formal town planning of Arniston during 1960’s. According to an ex resident of Arniston, Doris Murtz, “the fishing village did extent towards harbour road when the area was proclaimed a white area under the Group Areas Act of 1958 which resulted in the demolition of many historical cottages and the relocation of members of the Coloured community.” An account by Hannes van Zyl claims that after the 1905 court settlement, the fishing community gradually moved from Old Town (Ou Dorp) to the Kassiesbaai area. The 1938 aerial photograph Fig. 20 below and the 1962 map Fig.21 confirm the existence of a number of houses in what is today referred to as Arniston Old Town, including a structure on Erf 342. The claim of gentrification of the “Old Town” is inconclusive in this study and perhaps further research is required in this regard. The use of this area for holiday homes and rental to visitors dates back to at least 1860 according to van Breda of Zeekoegat who described how he rented out his property to Thomas Uys during this time. (Van Zyl)
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Fig. 20 Aerial photograph of Arniston, circa 1938 Fig.21 Detail of South Africa 1:50 000, 3420CA & CC, Erf No. 22385,strip51, Nat.Geo-Spatial Information Bredasdrop. From aerial photography c 1962, Surveyed c 1968
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Ownership 1800’s- Arniston Downs loan farm used by various farmers with grazing rights from the Crown such as the Swart family. 1838 - Arniston Downs loan farm was granted to the partnership Reitz, van Breda and Joubert as private property. 1880 - Arniston Downs farm was transferred to Dirk Uys. 1894 - Arniston Downs farm transferred to the brothers Francis F Pratt, Julian J J Pratt and John U Pratt T2435 & T2436 1908 - Julius V Levin became the first owner of Lot 98 (became Erf 98, today known as Erf 342) – T1412 1978 - Pieter Kuyper Albertyn Pratt took transfer - T28201 1985 - Johanna Pratt took transfer - T43316 1997 - Finlandia Trust took transfer, (possibly in the name of Peter Pratt as trustee?) - T24677 2006 - Groenvlei Farms trust, Graaff family took transfer - T15513
Erf 98 & 340 consolidated in 1977 to become Erf 342. It is noteworthy that the Pratt family, well known farmers in the region, owned the property for 112 years. (Not all Deeds office records were available to confirm data during search)
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8. Interested & Affected Parties: Consultations & Comments The heritage areas of Arniston falls under the management of Heritage Western Cape with no heritage body in Arniston registered in terms of Section 25 (1) (b). The Cape Agulhas Heritage & Aesthetics Committee’s comment on this report and proposed Additions & Alterations on pages 24-27 is as follows: ”Herewith the Heritage & Aesthetics Committee of the Cape Agulhas Municipality confirm that after evaluation of the proposal we support the project.” [Translated from Afrikaans as per e- mail dated 13th November 2013]
The Local Authority of Cape Agulhas Municipality’s formal attitude towards conservation of this area is summarised in their Town Planning Scheme which reads: “In Arniston Old Town, relief of the building lines will be considered on a sympathetic basis by the Council and the Administration in order to retain the character of the Old Town.” From this statement one can ascertain that they regard the preservation of the character of streetscapes as important.
From the recent approval of an application for Additions & Alterations to Erf 175 Taillard Street, Arniston (two houses west of Erf 342), it is clear that the concern with the retention of the character of the streetscape was expressed in the final approved proposal. Height restriction, preservation of façade articulation and relationship with neighbouring properties and the street, was among the critical design informants and constraints.
9. Analysis and Statement of Cultural Significance with Grading The picturesque semi-rural landscape consisting of rocky headlands, sea scapes, beaches and vegetated primary dune system Dollas Downs, with low vegetated undulating dune fields inland, is the topography which surrounds this highly popular holiday resort town. The sea cliff and sweeping shoreline provides the setting for the cultural landscape, identified as a conservation area, within which Erf 342 is embedded, is regarded as significant by the residents, Cape Agulhas Municipality
and the NHRA. The heritage resources in question, the natural and cultural landscape which surrounds Erf 342 has been declared a Grade 1 heritage resource. Erf 342 is significant in historical terms for its contribution to the early settlement pattern of the evolution of Arniston Old Town as a holiday destination and in particular for its aesthetic contribution to the character of the streetscape within this identified heritage area. Its presence and relative authentic fabric allows a morphological reading of the town’s historic development which contributes significantly to the visual-spatial character of the village as a whole.
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Statement of Significance: The structure is significant for Historical and Aesthetic reasons. Historically for reflecting the evolution of the cultural landscape and settlement patterns. Aesthetically for its contribution to the values of the natural setting and cultural environment. Important for its contribution to the aesthetic character as a component
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of a group of buildings which collectively forms the genius loci of the significant streetscape. , Elements to be preserved: A- Built form, scale & authenticity of the core dwelling B- Views of north and east elevations as
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Analysis of Significance: Erf 342, Taillard Street, Arniston Recommended Grading = 3C
Significance level High Medium Low Lack Architectural qualities Example of building typology X Example of stylistic period X Workmanship quality or detail X Work by recognised Architect, Builder or Craftsman X Interior qualities Workmanship quality or detail X Positive spatial proportions X Good spatial sequence X Significant fixtures, fittings, furnishings or equipment X Contextual Urban analysis Landmark qualities X Contribution to Streetscape character X Contribution to Townscape character X Component of a grouping X Scale X Form X Massing X
Space making qualities X Materials X Key views: From, Across or Towards X Noteworthy landscape feature X Social Historical analysis Example of historic period X Associated with historic event X
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10. Design Indicators, Informants and Constraints
For purposes of re-development of the site, the following design indicators and informants were compiled which will inform both the design and assessment of the proposed additions & alterations while forming the basis for the impact assessment on the resource.
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Design Indicators, informants and Constraints as identified for the site may be summarised as follows:
The purpose of the informants is to mitigate any negative impacts on the resource in question.
Heritage resource of most concern on the site – The Core dwelling/ primary structure as indicated on site analysis.
All the heritage resources identified must be respected and considered in terms of the following aspects:
Origination Axis – The east-west, north-south orientation of the original structure must be maintained in any new structure. Streetscape – The spatial and aesthetic relationship with the Streetscape must be maintained as a central theme of this conservation effort by preserving the core dwelling’s north and west elevations Key Views – No new development may interfere with the Key Views as identified from and to the site. Architectural language – New buildings and insertions must respect the intention of the original structure in terms of language of the built form. New primary forms must be double pitch roofs with gable ends and secondary elements must be lean-to with parapet walls. Built form – Existing core dwelling built form, which includes the enclosed stoep, as seen from north and east to remain intact. This excludes the lean-to later accretion on the south-east corner of structure which may be demolished. Scale – No new development may break from the rhythm, grain and massing as established. Height – The existing ridge line and wall plate height of the double pitch thatch roof with gable ends is the height restriction for the site. Roof – The two gable ends with thatched roof to remain. Existing roof pitch to remain. It would be prudent to restore the apex detail on the gables as seen in 1974 photograph. It would also be prudent to remove the chimney on north-east corner of the stoep, being an insensitive later accretion.
Material Fabric – Existing core dwelling, with particular reference to original thick walls, must remain plastered and painted white. Other authentic material fabric, should be preserved as far as practical and possible. New wall construction should be of other materials such as stone or fibre cement planks to allow an honest reading of the original fabric. This principle was successfully established in the Kassiesbaai area. Interior – Of no concern, although it would be prudent to keep as much as possible authentic fixtures and walls as possible. Window proportions – Window proportions and positioning in existing structure to remain. The dormer window may be
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– Access routes – The access routes and parking area as identified is preferable. No Go Zones – No new construction allowed on north or east side of the existing core dwelling. Desirability of the proposal – Any new development on the site must be desirable in the context in terms of function,
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11. Development Proposal: Additions & Alterations A. The Initial concept as presented in the form of sketch plans to HWC was analised against the design indicators, informants and constraints as identified in this report and found inadequite. B. Revised sketch plans (version 2) produced by the client appointed architect are herewith presented. They conform to the Design Indicators, Informants and Constraints of this report: Approval is recommended.
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12. Assessment of Impacts Description of Proposed Additions & Alterations - Refurbish existing core dwelling, restore gable apex detail to that of 1974 photograph (Fig.7p11) and widen dormer window in thatch roof. - Address waterproofing issues. - Remove later addition of chimney on east enclosed stoep. - Partial demolition of later south-east lean-to accretion. - Add additional accommodation towards south with two double pitch thatched roof wings. Footprint enlarged by no more than 50 square meters towards the south side. - Address all fenestration and doors - Change ingress and egress vehicle access to south side. - Refurbish garage
Analysis of Impacts - The proposed interventions on the site would be a positive architectural response allowing the retention of the significant authentic core dwelling’s contribution to the streetscape by preserving the north and west elevations. - Most important views, to and from the core dwelling will be preserved as seen from the north and west streetscape. - The incertion of new structures will respect the spatial relationship, height, massing and scale of the authentic core dwelling - Removal of later lean-to accretion on south-east side with front chimney will improve the reading of the authentic fabric. - Restoring the gable apex detail to its former state will improve the contribution to the character of the streetscape. - The proposed change of new vehicle ingress and egress access to the site will be an improvement.
This report finds that the intended proposal will not negatively impact on the cultural significance of the resource due to the adherence to the mitigating factors imposed after the establishment of design indicators, informants and constraints which insures a sympathetic architectural response.
13. Conclusion Considering all the factors analysed such as the history, environmental context, heritage significances, physical condition of the building and the client’s need for more accommodation within the context of the broader conservation effort, it is
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14. Recommendation It is recommended that Heritage Western Cape indorse this Heritage Statement for having met the requirements of Section 34 (1) of the National Heritage Act 25 of 1999 and in so doing grant a permit for the intended Alterations and Additions as proposed in Fig’s 26 -29 on pages 24 to 27 as assessed in this report under the conditions as stipulated in Section 10 p22 & p23 under Design Indicators, Informants and Constraints.
15. List of Figures Fig.1 - View across Markusbaai from the harbour with erf 342 in the centre - thatched roof and gable ends - p1 Fig.2 - Location map of Arniston within Western Cape (Reader’s Digest Atlas) - p6 Fig.3 - Aerial photograph of Arniston indication site within Arniston in relation to other resources (courtesy Google earth) p7 Fig.4 - Aerial with cadastral showing property layout of Arniston Old Town indicating site (Town Planning Bredasdorp) - p8 Fig.5 - Aerial photograph of portion of Arniston Old Town showing location of Erf 342 (courtsey Google earth) - p9 Fig.6 - Aerial photograph of Arniston Old Town, Circa 1948 (source unknown) - p10 Fig.7 - Photograph of Taillard Street, Circa 1974 (National Archives) - p11 Fig.8 - Photographs of portions of present day Taillard Street showing Erf 342, Erf 174, Erf 175, Erf 353 & Erf 111 - p12 Fig.9 - Photograph of Taillard Street looking west - p12 Fig.10 - Photograph of Taillard Street looking east - p13 Fig.11 - Photograph of Taillard Street looking north-west – p13 Fig.12 - Photograph of North elevation - p14 Fig.13 - Photograph of South elevation - p14 Fig.14 - Photograph of East elevation - p14 Fig.15 - Photograph of East gable detail - p14
Fig.16 - Photograph of North-east elevation - p14 Fig.17 - Photograph of View looking north - p14 Fig.18 - Aerial photograph showing the buildings on Erf 342 (courtesy Google earth) - p15 Fig.19 - As-built drawings of existing property (supplied by client architect) - p16 Fig.20 - Aerial photograph of Arniston, Circa 1938 (No 22385, strip 51, National Geo-Spatial Information) - p18 Fig.21 - Detail of South Africa 1:50 000, 3420CA & CC, Bredasdorp. From aerial photography c 1962, Surveyed c 1968 p18 Fig.22 - SG Diagramme No 1674/ 1907 - p19
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16. Sources and References
16.1 Primary Sources 16.1.1 Cape Archives, Roeland Street, Cape Town - Old photographs 16.1.4 Cape Agulhas Municipality Town Planning Scheme, Building Control & Town Planning, Bredasdorp 16.1.6 Cape Agulhas Spatial Development Framework for Arniston, 2009 16.1.2 Deeds office, 90Plein Street, Cape Town - Transfer histories 16.1.3 National Geo-Spatial Information - Aerial photographs 16.1.6 Site Survey with photographic documentation 16.1.5 Surveyor General, 90 Plein Street, Cape Town - Property diagrams
16.2 Secondary Sources 16.2.1 Burman, Jose. 1989. Hermanus. Cape Town:Human Rosseau 16.2.2 Du Toit, SJ’ 2005. The Overberg. Hermanus: SJ Du Toit 16.2.3 Henshilwood, C & S Winter, 2000. Survey of Heritage Resources on Erven 34, 515 & Arniston Downs 260 16.2.4 Parkington, J. Shorelines, Strandlopers and Shell Middens. Cape Town: Krakadouw Trust 16.2.5 Sleigh, D. 2004. Die Buiteposte. Pretori: Protea Boekhuis. 16.2.6 Van Zyl, Hannes, History of Arniston. http://www.arnistonlive.org.za/news/history-geskiedenis-2.html (accessed 2013.10.15) 16.2.7 Walton, J. 1995. Cape Cottages. Cape Town: Kasigo Trust
16.3 Consultations:
16.3.1 Du Toit, Francois. Chairman of Cape Agulhas Heritage & Aesthetics Committee 16.3.2 Theron, Abraham - Cape Agulhas Municipality - Town Planning, Bredasdorp 16.3.3 Nkoane, Ntombi- Case officer at HWC 16.3.4 Spamer, Ferdi - Resident of Arniston
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