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FMSA has been involved in the heritage aspects
of buildings and developments from the time the first heritage act
was passed in 1974. Analysis of the cultural significance of buildings
comes into play in many urban developments. A building or structure
may retain cultural stature, not necessarily because of its quality,
but because it is the sole survivor of a style or the architectural
function of the building served a historical role for the people
in its location. It is vital to have this expertise when planning an urban development that includes buildings of cultural significance. There will often be conservation considerations as well as issues of preservation, restoration and reconstruction. FMSA has the capability to fulfil these requirements as well as the ability to support developers who require assistance in the preparation of conservation management plans, which must be prepared in accordance with the Burra Charter, which defines the terms for conservation of significant structures. The ability to determine what is important and what can be retained or reinstated is key to successful planning. Appropriate documentation of the significance of buildings in a market report, with the capacity to advise on historical significance and development options, is a valuable service FMSA is able to provide to developers. Among the many heritage projects FMSA has successfully completed
are the redevelopment of the former Hoffman Brickworks in Collingwood,
the adaptive reuse of the former Yorkshire Brewery in Collingwood
and the conservation management plan for the University of Melbourne
Rowing Club on the Yarra, a project for which it was also the architect. |
