The loss of two more early properties in Grey Lynn and plans to demolish an 1885 wooden cottage in Parnell is prompting a fightback from heritage and community groups this week.
Tomorrow a citywide coalition of 22 heritage and residents' groups will present a "bold plan" to Mayor Len Brown to better protect the city's built heritage.
The coalition has already urged the council to follow the footsteps of another Super City, Brisbane, and publicly notify all applications to demolish old houses in character areas.
It will offer Mr Brown the services of its members to speed up the assessment of old buildings and areas in the city.
Tomorrow evening, Grey Lynn 2030 is holding a public meeting to discuss the growing trend of old villas being removed to make way for new houses and protecting the suburb's special character.