There are some buildings in life that can fascinate you. For me it is church conversions. Seeing the way that the new owners breathe fresh life into these often-beautiful spaces is intriguing. This former church's steep roof needs work, but can you imagine what the new space could look like? I can see that the next life of this property could be something quite extraordinary.
This former Uniting Church is located in the south-eastern, West Australian, Wheatbelt town of Kukerin, a predominantly farming community.
The foundation stone attests that the church was designed by well known Western Australian Architect Tony Brand, and was opened in 1958. The last use of the church was quite a few years ago. As churches go, this one has a rectangle foundation with large high windows and a steep gable roof. The building is constructed of brick and tile with a wooden floor. She is showing signs of deterioration in the roof and ceiling, but the potential is definitely there.
The property has a kitchen including a Metters wood stove, and a separate external double ablution block. The ablution block will take some attention to get functioning, but it is a good start if you are going to transform this property.
Features of this home include :-
* 2024m2 level double block of land
* Corner block that contains the building and a vacant land block to the southern side
* Brick and timber construction with a tile roof and timber floor.
* Main Floor area 109m2
* Kitchen/Back Room 53m2
* Storeroom 10m2
* External, brick toilet block with two single toilets and hand basins and a small storeroom between.
* Mains scheme water.
* Mains power - Appears to require upgrading.
* Tile roof in need of repair - missing or displaced tiles.
* Ceiling failing due to failed roof tiles.
* Some windows require replacement or repair
* Septic sewerage - possibly requires attention due to lack of use.
* Kerbside general rubbish removal weekly. (No bins currently)
* Kerbside Recycled rubbish removal fortnightly. (No bins currently)
* No fencing
* Rear lane access
* Shire Rates Not provided
* Water Rates approx. $300 per year (water supply charge) plus usage costs.
* The property is being offered for sale in 'as is where is' condition.
* All items currently in the property are to remain with the property at the point of sale.
ZONING
*The subject land is listed as "Local Reserve Civic and Community". Accordingly, the land may only be used for purposes as stated in the objectives for the Local Reserve pursuant to the Local Planning Scheme as follows:
Civic & Community
(i) To provide for a range of community facilities which are compatible with surrounding development and
(ii) To provide for public facilities such as halls, theatres, art galleries, educational health and social care facilities, accommodation for the aged and other service organisations involved in activities for community benefit.
If you wish to develop this property for another purpose outside of the Local Planning Scheme that would require an independent application to the Shire of Dumbleyung for a formal change to the Local Planning Scheme.
HERITAGE LISTING
Category B
Worthy of a high level of protection: provide maximum encouragement to the owner under the Shire of Dumbleyung Town Planning Scheme to conserve the significance of the place. A more detailed Heritage Assessment/Impact Statement to be undertaken before approval given for any major redevelopment. Incentives to promote conservation should be considered.
29-31 Manser Street is in the residential area within the townsite of Kukerin (Population approx. 55) which is 301km southeast of Perth, 237km north of Albany and 260km east of Bunbury.
This property is currently not being used and is available for vacant possession.
For further information or to arrange your private viewing please contact:
Amanda Milton
Elders Real Estate, Lake Grace
Ph: 0429 654 011 (text/call)
Email: amanda.milton@elders.com.au
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Buyers Note
All measurements/dollar amounts are approximate only. Boundaries marked on images are a guideline only. Buyers should complete their own due diligence, including a visual inspection before making an offer to purchase.
Investors Note
There are no property managers in the south-eastern wheatbelt of WA. All property would need to be personally managed by the property owner.
