Heritage Places
Vincent’s heritage is more than bricks and mortar, it’s the stories, streetscapes and community spirit that make our neighbourhoods unique. From historic homes to vibrant character areas, we work together to preserve what matters most for future generations.
The community has told us that protecting our heritage is a priority. Through the City’s Strategic Community Plan 2022–2032, one of the key outcomes identified is that “our built form character and heritage is protected and enhanced.” This direction guides how we manage change, celebrate local identity and ensure that the places people value are recognised and understood.
Aligned with this community vision and in line with State Government requirements, the City has developed a strong local heritage framework to identify, assess and conserve places of cultural significance across Vincent.
Local Heritage Framework
To support this vision, the City of Vincent commenced a comprehensive review of its Heritage Places in 2023. This included a public call for nominations, the consolidation of the existing Municipal Heritage Inventory (MHI) and the Central Perth Heritage Inventory (CPHI) into an updated Heritage List and a full update of the City’s Thematic History. These documents were formally adopted by Council on 9 December 2025.
Local Heritage Survey (LHS)
A Local Heritage Survey (previously called a Municipal Heritage Inventory) is a list of places that the City believes are, or could become, important to the community because of their cultural or historical value.
Under the Heritage Act 2018, all local councils in Western Australia must identify and record places of heritage interest as well as keep this information up to date through regular reviews.
The LHS does not impose development controls but is used as a heritage record and to inform a Heritage List based on its assigned management categories. View the City's LHS below.
Local Heritage Survey 2025
More information can also be found on the Heritage Council of WA’s InHerit website.
Place Record Forms
For each place on the LHS, the City has prepared a Place Record Form. These forms record information about a building, site, or area that has cultural heritage significance.
It details the place's history, physical characteristics, and why it is considered important, and serves as the primary document for sharing information on that heritage place. View the City's Place Record Forms below.
CoV Place Record Forms (Existing Places) Part 1
CoV Place Record Forms (Existing Places) Part 2
CoV Place Record Forms (Existing Places) Part 3
CoV Place Record Forms (New Entries)
Heritage List
Under Western Australian planning laws, every local council must keep a heritage list. This list identifies places that have cultural or historical importance and should be conserved.
When a property is on the heritage list, it is formally recognised and protected under the City’s planning rules. This means:
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The City must consider the heritage value of the place when deciding on any development application.
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Owners need to apply for development approval for most works. This includes demolition, internal building changes and building a new house.
Being on the heritage list does not stop development or renovations. It simply ensures that heritage significance is taken into account during the approval process. View the City’s Heritage List below.
City of Vincent Heritage List
Thematic History
The Thematic History identifies and explains the primary factors, processes and events that have shaped the City of Vincent and to understand the City’s development over time. View the City’s Thematic History below.
City of Vincent Thematic History
To further explore Vincent’s past, visit our Local History Centre either in person or online here.
Local Planning Policies
The City has a number of local planning policies which relate to heritage places. These policies are needed when planning a development to a heritage place.
They promote and safeguard the cultural heritage of the City by:
- Conserving and enhancing those places which are of significance to Vincent’s cultural heritage
- Encouraging development that is in harmony with the cultural heritage value of the area
- Promoting public awareness of cultural heritage generally.
Have your say
We’re creating a Heritage Strategic Plan to celebrate and protect Vincent’s unique heritage, and your feedback will help shape it. The Heritage Strategic Plan is a long‑term action plan which identifies what heritage we have, why it matters and how we can protect and celebrate it for future generations.
Help shape Vincent's Heritage Strategic Plan by completing the survey here.
Consultation closes 4pm Monday, 23 February 2026.
Aboriginal Heritage
The City of Vincent sits on Whadjuk Noongar Country and has a rich Aboriginal cultural heritage, including significant wetlands still valued today.
Aboriginal heritage (i.e. cultural sites and objects of significance) is recognised and protected by a different legislation than post-settlement history, being the Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972. There are 15 registered Aboriginal Cultural Heritage sites which fall on or within the boundary of the City.
More information about Aboriginal Culture in the City of Vincent can be found here. To learn more about Aboriginal heritage in Western Australia, visit wa.gov.au
Developing a Heritage Place
The City of Vincent Heritage List is a register of places considered by the City to be of cultural heritage significance and worthy of conservation.
Prior to considering changes to a heritage listed place it is important that you understand its significance.
The cultural significance of a heritage place or heritage area will be set out in a ‘Statement of Significance’ contained within the Place Record Form or the Heritage List. Understanding why a place is significant will help inform design responses and highlight aspects of the place that need to be sensitively managed.
The City’s heritage policies encourage the appropriate conservation and restoration of heritage listed places and heritage areas and ensure that new works respect the heritage significance of a place.
See information above on the City’s Heritage framework including the Heritage List, Place Record Forms and local planning policies.
The Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage have a range of resources relating to heritage conservation and development here.
Additional Resources
Local History Centre
You can find out more about your place or the history of Vincent through the Local History Centre. Visit them in person or explore their online catalogues here.
Visit the Local History Centre
Heritage Business Directory
The Heritage Council of WA have an online directory of businesses that offer heritage services.
View inContact to find a local heritage specialist.
Conservation Plans
North Perth Police Station
Beatty Park and Leisure Centre
Mackays Aerated Water Factory
Hyde Park Conservation Plan: Introduction and Documentary Evidence
Hyde Park Conservation Plan: Physical Evidence
Hyde Park Conservation Plan: Assessment of Significance and Conservation Policy
Lee Hop’s Cottage Conservation Plan
Lee Hop’s Market Garden Archaeological Investigations