Heritage plaques

Heritage plaques allow owners of both Local and State heritage-listed places to showcase their property’s contribution to the historic character of the Town of Walkerville.

The signage aligns with Council's aspirations as part of its Urban Masterplan, which provides a vision and direction for the future development of Walkerville. The central theme of the plan is to present Walkerville as a connected community that has achieved the right balance for community life, economic progress and environmental sustainability. The Masterplan also articulates opportunities for Council to achieve a stronger brand reputation for the Town of Walkerville through the delivery of increased signage.

In alignment with the development of the Masterplan in 2010, Council embarked on updating its corporate identity, along with the development and rollout of directional signage and plaques for the Township. Designs were informed through a rigorous process of public consultation and subsequently endorsed by the Council of the day.

More information can be found in Council's  Heritage Plaques and Associated Funding Policy

What are Heritage Plaques?

The distinct, oval-shaped plaques, in vitrified blue enamel with white graphics, can be seen displayed on many historic buildings across the Town of Walkerville. The plaque identifies the property and includes a short history of the building.

Similar smaller plaques, with the words “LOCAL HERITAGE PLACE”, are also available. This plaque is designed as a simple approach to recognise the property’s heritage listing.

Several plaques have been installed across the Township, including two at St Andrew's School and one at 5 Cluny Avenue, Walkerville. The buildings are pictured on the left and the corresponding plaques on the right:

Registering for a Heritage Plaque

If you are interested in having a plaque installed at your property, please contact the Planning Team on 8342 7100. To be eligible, the property must be heritage listed within the Local Heritage Place Overlay or State Heritage Place Overlay as contained within the South Australian Planning and Design Code.

Please note that development approval may be required prior to installation of the plaque. Any associated costs will be borne by the applicant.

Plaques are installed free of charge by an experienced stone mason engaged by Council.

To apply for a heritage plaque as an individual, click here

To apply for a heritage plaque as an organisation, click here

In most circumstances, plaques will be fixed to the building or fence by drilling two or four small holes (depending on the type of plaque) into the installation surface. Lugs are then fixed into the holes with non-damaging adhesive. The installation method may vary depending on the surface.

The plaques must be in plain sight of the footpath allowing interaction between the building, the plaque and the public. The location must take into consideration the heritage buildings fabric, size and style and have minimal physical impact on the building.