Listed building repairs at Lancaster City Museum, Lancaster

“25/01136/LB Listed building application for the repair and upgrade of existing rainwater goods to include removal of PVC outlet pipe and reinstatement of lead lining to masonry outlet, inclusion of additional lead flashing to gulley and repair of water damaged plaster to internals of building. Castle Ward A”

“As outlined in the opening paragraphs, the proposed works will provide repairs to the existing rainwater goods which are failing on the building. The works are to the rear of the building facing New Street. The works proposed include the removal of a PVC pipe, which has failed and is causing water ingress, and replacement with traditional lead lining. This is considered a more suitable arrangement and is regarded a material improvement.”

“The proposed works will assist in the restoration and repair of this Grade II listed building and will be carried out using sympathetic materials that match and complement its historic character. These works will enhance the significance of both the listed building and the Conservation Area. Accordingly, the proposal is considered to accord with the development plan as a whole and is recommended for approval.”

“Both the internal and external works are considered necessary and will help preserve and enhance the special architectural interest of the listed building. The scheme has been assessed by the Council’s Conservation Officer who has raised no objection, subject to the imposition of a condition to secure final details of the mortar for repointing and the method of internal plaster repairs.”

“It was proposed by Councillor Robert Redfern and seconded by Councillor John Hanson:”

“Upon being put to the vote, 15 Councillors voted in favour of the proposal with none against and no abstentions, whereupon the Chair declared the proposal to have been carried.”