OLD PARLIAMENT HOUSE AND CURTILAGE HERITAGE MANAGEMENT PLAN 2008–2013

H. Risk Analysis
Part D – Appendices
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5.4.3 Identification of Risks
Risks Comment Likelihood Consequence Risk Management
Strategy
By not
understanding
how aesthetic
values should
be protected,
there is the risk
that innovative
and appropriate
contemporary
design is stifled
in and around
the place.
If OPH is seen
in isolation,
there is the
risk of loss of
relationship with
neighbours and
partners in the
Parliamentary
Vista.
By concentrating
on OPH’s
landmark
qualities, there
is the risk that
the significant
interior
elements will
be overlooked
or prejudiced.
Opportunities
will arise for OPH
to continue to
contribute to the
creative, artistic
and architectural
development of the
nation. However,
new development
options will
require careful
management.
An overly inwardlooking
approach
to the management
of the place can
be inimical to its
heritage values. It
was designed to
be part of a wider
cultural landscape.
Murdoch placed as
much emphasis on
the aesthetic of the
internal design and
fittings as he did to
the exterior. The
interior and exterior
(including setting)
are parts of the one
heritage place.
Possible
Major to
catastrophic
Ensure a valuesfocused
impact
assessment process
is in place.
Encourage
involvement of
heritage planners and
architects in planning
and design process.
Possible Major Establish partnerships
and consultation
with neighbours in
the Parliamentary
Triangle.
Establish appropriate
stakeholder
involvement.
Possible
Major to
catastrophic
Ensure a valuesfocused
impact
assessment process
is in place.
Opportunities