INTERIORS
Most residential heritage places in Casey do not have internal planning controls. However, many heritage places have distinct spatial layouts and original internal features – such as original ceilings, floors, fireplaces and internal doors and windows – that would desirably be retained and maintained.
Heritage places that have internal controls may require a planning permit to undertake internal alterations.
Tip for owners You can check if your property has internal controls by contacting the City of Casey’s Heritage Planner, or finding your property in the Schedule to the Heritage Overlay (Clause 43.01) The Casey Planning Scheme is available at planning-schemes.delwp.vic.gov.au/schemes/ casey
Maintenance principles DO
– Understand whether your house has original internal features, such as plasterwork, timber floors or fireplaces – Respond to signs of decay or damage, such as cracks in plaster, or loose timbers. Address the causes of decay or damage such as dampness (see page 30), structural issues (see page 29) or pests (see page 31) – Repair damaged areas only to the extent required – Maintain original finishes on internal walls, floors or joinery (such as original paint colours on walls or oil finishes on timber)
Learn more Repair of Tongue and Groove Floorboards, State of Victoria, 2007, available at heritage.vic.gov.au/resource-library
MAINTAINING YOUR HERITAGE PROPERTY
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