Committee: | Finance and Community Resources Committee |
Date: | 12th March 2024 |
Report Author: | Tara Bloomfield |
Report Title: | St Thomas’ Church Capital Works |
During the renovation works at St Thomas’ Church there has been items of work identified that fall outside of the Youth Investment Fund Grant but are pivotal for the opening of the facility.
When purchasing the building, the council secured additional funds to allow for any capital works that the church may require.
Below is a list of Capital Works, along with estimated costs that need to be undertaken at the site:
Item | Details | |
Lightning Protection | This will secure the building and inhabitants from being struck by lightning, which is an increased risk with a tall building. | £7,395 |
Front Wall Repair | The wall running along west side of the building is structurally unsafe and is a risk to both the public and the homeowners at the rear of the building. This needs to be rebuilt once full planning permission is | £7,735 |
Catacombs Cover | A steel plate is required to make the entrance to the Catacombs safe. | £850 |
External Window Repairs | Due to the age of the building a number of the external window frames are corroding and need to be repaired. | £1,000 |
Electrical Works to St Thomas’ Rest Gardens | Electrical supply points are to be installed in the rest gardens which will allow the council to hold markets and events in the area. | £4,225.30 |
Side Wall Repairs | The south side of the main building wall requires some repointing works to protect the building | £1,041 |
Gates & Railings | Due to the repair of the wall, new railings and gates are required. | £3,500 |
Total | £25,746.30 | |
Balance Remaining in Capital Fund | £45,809.93 |
To approve the above expenditure so that the new premises can open safely in July 2024.