Technical Paper 2 – Heritage Assessment - Transport for NSW ...

ItemPitt Street UnitingChurch 264A Pitt Street(Map Reference 24)Heritage Listings • State Heritage Register• Sydney LEP 2005, Schedule 8 Part 1• Draft Sydney LEP 2011Statement ofSignifi canceThe Pitt Street Uniting Church has had a signifi cant role in the development of the social and religiouslife of Australia. It has always represented a pioneering and socially aware face to the community. Itarchitectural design is signifi cant as arguably the fi nest example of Neo Classicism in Australia. It is afi ne example of notable architect John Bibb’s work. It was the fi rst Independant Church in Australia. Ithas associations with notable local fi gures, including David Jones and James Fairfax.Proposed works • No physical works are proposed for this item.• Columns, rail beams and concrete pedestals to be removed on the opposite side of the street.Heritage Impact • Improvement to setting and views.MitigationMeasures• No mitigation measures considered necessary.58Monorail Removal ProjectStatement of Heritage ImpactNovember 2012Graham Brooks & Associates Pty Ltd