TWO steps forward for the Brookman/Moir Street heritage precinct: two owners in the endangered area have been awarded big grants to help restore their places.
The almost-intact number 16 Brookman scored $21,030 for restorations from the WA government’s heritage grants program, while number 28 gets $100,000 to restore the original facade and remove “intrusive render”.
One step backwards for the precinct: a rogue renovator is painting his heritage-listed house an incongruous white, putting it in stark contrast to the rest of the neighbourhood. The Voice understands Vincent council’s been onto him about not painting over his historic frontage without approval.
The area is a one-of-a-kind example of affordable housing from the 19th century and it’s all protected.
Last week we reported the new owner of No. 4 Brookman had started restoration, after the previous owner was fined $9000 for letting it fall apart.
by DAVID BELL
Perth Voice Interactive 
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