Heritage Incentive Scheme

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Step by Step Guide Step by Step Guide
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What is the Heritage Incentive Scheme?

The Heritage Incentive Scheme (HIS) is designed to assist residents with the conservation of their heritage listed property (or properties). The HIS offers:

The waiving of development application fees for conservation works.
Free professional heritage advice from Council’s Heritage Adviser. Advice is available for a range of projects such as:
restoration of stonework, verandahs, roofs and fencing, general information on suitable materials, colours and construction techniques.
A grants scheme involving a subsidy of up to 50% (up to a maximum of $3,000) of the total cost of conservation works to assist owners in conserving heritage listed properties.

What is the criteria for the grant?

Applications for funding are assessed by the following:

The application has to be for conservation works which contribute to the heritage value of the property.
Contribution to, and enhancement of the character and heritage significance of the Historic Conservation Area.
Use of traditional design, materials and methods applicable at the time of construction.
Residential, commercial or community properties are eligible.
Buildings that have received maximum funding are not able to apply again for 3 years.
Funding will not be allocated for internal work or additions.
Electrical or plumbing work is not eligible.

Who is eligible for the Scheme?

Owners of State and Local Heritage Places and of Representative Items and other historic buildings within a Historic Conservation Area.

When

All applications for the HIS must have all work completed by early June of the year submitted. Applications received after 1st May will be considered in the following Financial Year commencing 1st July.
Works to be completed and paid receipts to Council by 31st May

Application Form - Heritage Incentive Scheme Application Form

Information and Step by Step Guide - Heritage Incentive Scheme Information and Step by Step Guide

Step 1 - Determine eligibility

Owner contacts the Council to discuss their eligibility for the Heritage Incentive Scheme (HIS) and to determine if a Development Application is required. To find out if your house is heritage listed visit maps.sa.gov.au/heritagesearch

Step 2 - Obtain Quotes

Owner obtains quotes.

Step 3 - Complete Application

Owner completes the HIS application form and submits together with all supporting documentation/quotes in person to Council or via post to Heritage Incentive Scheme, PO Box 54, MOUNT BARKER SA 5251 or email council@mountbarker.sa.gov.au

Step 3(a) - Development Application (DA) (if required)

Owner completes the Development Application Lodgement Form through the Planning Portal
Note: Owner submits the DA Approval to Council via post to Heritage Incentive Scheme, PO Box 54, Mount Barker SA 5251 or email council@mountbarker.sa.gov.au

Step 4 - Assessment

Applications and supporting documentation are assessed by Council based on the condition of the building and the merit of the proposed works. Applications are assessed on their merits and there is no guarantee of funding. Funding is also limited.

Step 5 - Approvals

Once both HIS and DA approvals (if required) have been obtained an allocation is made. Owners are notified in writing.
Note: Funds will be allocated for a period of 12 months. If the allocation expires the applicant will need to reapply.

Step 6 - Commencement of Works

Approved works can begin. Owners must notify Council when works commence and at key milestones if required as part of the HIS approval.
Note: Works must comply with the conditions of the HIS approval and Development Assessment approval.

Step 7 - Completion of Works

Upon completion of work, notify Council to arrange a final site inspection, to ensure the completed project meets the conditions of the approved HIS application.

Step 8 - Payment and Reimbursement

Owner pays for work and presents proof of payment to Council by 31 May. Council will reimburse the allocation in accordance with the HIS Operating Guidelines.