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Melbourne University Boat Club

1 Boathouse Drive, Melbourne VIC 3004

  • 10 m tall Β· #1199 in Melbourne
  • 2 floors
  • 1 businesses

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  1. 2011Refurbished
  2. TodayStill standing

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About Melbourne University Boat Club

Melbourne University Boat Club is a two-storey commercial building used for storage, and it sits under a heritage overlay. Construction began in 1908, and Lovell Chen was the architect for the refurbishment. The club's extension by Lovell Chen was recognised in the 2012 Victorian Architecture Awards.

At a glance

Key facts

Building type
🏒 Commercial
Completed
β€”
Construction started
1908 Unconfirmed We don't have data to 100% confirm this data point as yet.
Height
10 m Unconfirmed We don't have data to 100% confirm this data point as yet.
#1199 of 1596 in Melbourne
Floors
2
Footprint
695 mΒ²
Businesses
1
Car spaces
β€”
Strata plan
PP5514D Β· 1 lots
Planning zone
PPRZ
Permits on record
0

Score cards

πŸš† Transport8/10

Flinders Street Station 4 min walk Β· 3 tram stops within 400 m

β˜• Everyday amenities4/10

14 cafΓ©s, 0 grocers, 0 medical within 250 m

🌳 Greenery9/10

190 street trees within 150 m Β· park 0 m away

✨ Activity3/10

5,950 people pass daily nearby Β· 3 licensed venues within 200 m

Calculated from PTV timetable stops, the City of Melbourne business census, street trees, pedestrian sensors and liquor licences.

The building team

The people and companies behind the design, construction and management of Melbourne University Boat Club.

πŸ“ArchitectLovell ChenreportedRefurbishment Β· Architect of the later extension beside the 1908 boatshedSource: Architecture AU directory β†—
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Location & neighbourhood

Getting around

πŸš†Flinders Street Station
Train station
4 min Β· 295 m
πŸš†Flinders Street Railway Station
Train station
5 min Β· 368 m
πŸš‹Arts Precinct/St Kilda Rd #14
Tram stop
3 min Β· 219 m
πŸš‹Flinders Street Station/Swanston St #13
Tram stop
4 min Β· 284 m
πŸš‹Russell St/Flinders St #6
Tram stop
5 min Β· 364 m

Straight-line walking estimate. Source: PTV GTFS, CC BY 4.0.

Within a 3-minute walk

14β˜• CafΓ©s & eateries
0πŸ›’ Grocers
8πŸ‹οΈ Gyms
0🩺 Medical
0πŸ’Š Pharmacies
0🧸 Childcare
7🍷 Pubs & bars

Who lives in Melbourne (CBD)

Residents37,341
Median age26
Households renting70%
Households without a car75%
Walk to work40%
Public transport to work43%

ABS Census 2016 via City of Melbourne (CC BY).

Businesses in Melbourne University Boat Club

1 businesses recorded in the City of Melbourne's latest business census.

Melbourne University Boat Club

Sports and Physical Recreation Venues, Grounds and Facilities Operation

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Source: City of Melbourne Census of Land Use and Employment, CC BY 4.0.

Timeline

Everything that has happened at Melbourne University Boat Club: listings, news, works, planning and history.

2019πŸ”„
Use change
Council census records it as storage, 2 floors
Name recorded: Melbourne University Boat Club
2012πŸ“°
News
Melbourne University Boat Club extension by Lovell Chen recognised in 2012 Victorian Architecture Awards
The Lovell Chen extension to the Melbourne University Boat Club was listed in the 2012 Victorian Architecture Awards under Public Architecture, alterations and additions. The extension sits beside the 1908 boatshed.
Covered by 2 outlets
2010πŸ”„
Use change
Council census records it as storage, 2 floors
Name recorded: Melbourne University Boatshed
2002πŸ“‹
First census
First council census entry: entertainment/recreation - indoor, 2 floors

Planning & heritage

Planning controls

ZonePUBLIC PARK AND RECREATION ZONE (PPRZ)
HO1418Heritage Overlay: a permit is needed to demolish or change the outside of heritage places
LSIO3Land Subject to Inundation: mapped as at risk of flooding from rivers or the bay

Vicmap Planning, Β© State of Victoria (Department of Transport and Planning), CC BY 4.0. Plain-English summaries are ours. Check the planning scheme for exact controls.

Subdivision & permits

Plan of subdivision
PP5514D
Lots on the plan
1
Owners corporation
Not recorded
Building permits on record
0

History of the site

How it's been recorded over time

2002Entertainment/Recreation - Indoor Β· 2 floors Β· "Melbourne University Boatshed"
2010Storage Β· 2 floors Β· "Melbourne University Boatshed"
2019Storage Β· 2 floors Β· "Melbourne University Boat Club"

City of Melbourne Census of Land Use and Employment, since 2002.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Melbourne University Boat Club residential or commercial?

Melbourne University Boat Club is a commercial building. The City of Melbourne lists its main use as storage.

How many floors does Melbourne University Boat Club have?

Melbourne University Boat Club has 2 floors above ground.

What businesses are in Melbourne University Boat Club?

The latest council census counted 1 business in Melbourne University Boat Club.

Is there office or retail space for lease in Melbourne University Boat Club?

See the commercial listings on this page, or search this address on realcommercial.com.au and commercialrealestate.com.au.

Who designed and built Melbourne University Boat Club?

Lovell Chen designed Melbourne University Boat Club. The building team section has the sources.

How tall is Melbourne University Boat Club?

About 10 metres, measured from the City of Melbourne's 3D building model. It's number 1199 of 1596 buildings in Melbourne by height.

What public transport is near Melbourne University Boat Club?

Flinders Street Station is the nearest train station, about 4 minutes' walk. The nearest tram stop is Arts Precinct/St Kilda Rd #14, about 3 minutes' walk.

What is the planning zone for Melbourne University Boat Club?

The site is in the Public Park And Recreation Zone (PPRZ). It's also under a Heritage Overlay (HO1418).

Does Melbourne University Boat Club have an owners corporation?

Plan of subdivision PP5514D has 1 lot.

Compare with nearby buildings

BuildingTypeDistanceFloorsCompleted
Melbourne University Boat ClubCommercialβ€”2
28 SouthgateMixed use289 m161960
Quay West ApartmentsCommercial315 m231990

That's Built compiles information from public records, research and contributions. Details are checked against multiple sources where possible but may contain errors and aren't professional advice. Sources: CLUE building information (CC BY 4.0), CLUE business establishments (CC BY 4.0), Geocoded National Address File (G-NAF) (Open G-NAF EULA (CC BY 4.0 based)). Street View and business details Β© Google Maps.

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