Each of the windows has a pediment bead. It is a well balanced and organized design, enhanced by its position at the junction of three streets which results in its being seen from many aspects. The fence and iron railing, climbing as it comes around the building, gives a finishing touch of dignity.
The historical value of the building lies in its long and close association with the port of Timaru. This, added to the buildings great architectural distinction and setting in the townscape, make it a building of national importance.
List Entry Information
Status
Listed
List Entry Status
Historic Place Category 1
Access
Private/No Public Access
List Number
324
Date Entered
1st September 1983
Date of Effect
1st September 1983
City/District Council
Timaru District
Region
Canterbury Region
Extent of List Entry
Extent includes the land described as RS 41175 (RT CB33K/822), Canterbury Land District and the building known as Customhouse (Former) thereon.
Legal description
RS 41175 (RT CB33K/822), Canterbury Land District
Status
Listed
List Entry Status
Historic Place Category 1
Access
Private/No Public Access
List Number
324
Date Entered
1st September 1983
Date of Effect
1st September 1983
City/District Council
Timaru District
Region
Canterbury Region
Extent of List Entry
Extent includes the land described as RS 41175 (RT CB33K/822), Canterbury Land District and the building known as Customhouse (Former) thereon.
Legal description
RS 41175 (RT CB33K/822), Canterbury Land District
Construction Professional
Name
West, Daniel
Type
Architect
Biography
No biography is currently available for this construction professional
Construction Details
Start Year
1902
Type
Original Construction
Construction Professional
Name
West, Daniel
Type
Architect
Biography
No biography is currently available for this construction professional
Construction Details
Start Year
1902
Type
Original Construction
Historical and Associated Iwi / Hapū / Whānau
Other Information
This place was identified as significant under previous legislation with different information requirements. It remains significant under the current legislation. There is opportunity under our legislation and policies to add to this information. Further information about this place may be available from the Southern Regional Office of Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga. Please note that entry on the New Zealand Heritage List/Rarangi Korero identifies only the heritage values of the property concerned, and should not be construed as advice on the state of the property, or as a comment of its soundness or safety, including in regard to earthquake risk, safety in the event of fire, or insanitary conditions. This historic place was registered under the Historic Places Act 1980. The following text is the original citation considered by the NZHPT Board at the time of registration, with information in square brackets indicating modifications made after the paper was considered.
Historical and Associated Iwi / Hapū / Whānau
Other Information
This place was identified as significant under previous legislation with different information requirements. It remains significant under the current legislation. There is opportunity under our legislation and policies to add to this information. Further information about this place may be available from the Southern Regional Office of Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga. Please note that entry on the New Zealand Heritage List/Rarangi Korero identifies only the heritage values of the property concerned, and should not be construed as advice on the state of the property, or as a comment of its soundness or safety, including in regard to earthquake risk, safety in the event of fire, or insanitary conditions. This historic place was registered under the Historic Places Act 1980. The following text is the original citation considered by the NZHPT Board at the time of registration, with information in square brackets indicating modifications made after the paper was considered.
Current Usages
Uses: Trade
Specific Usage: Restaurant/cafe/tearoom
Former Usages
General Usage: Government
Specific Usage: Customs House
Current Usages
Uses: Trade
Specific Usage: Restaurant/cafe/tearoom
Former Usages
General Usage: Government
Specific Usage: Customs House
Location
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