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AGENDA ITEM NO. 5

REPORT TO: Planning Committee

REPORT NO. HCWD/40/13

DATE: 2 December 2013

REPORTING OFFICER: Head of Community Wellbeing and Development

CONTACT OFFICER: Anna Irwin (Ext 8760)

SUBJECT: Buildings at Risk

WARD: All

PURPOSE OF THE REPORT

To inform Members of progress made during year two of the Buildings at Risk Strategy.

INFORMATION

1 The Buildings at Risk Strategy 2012-16 was adopted by the Executive Board in December 2011 with the key aim of safeguarding the historic assets of the County Borough from neglect and decay ensuring that they are fully cared for today and by future generations.

2 The success of the strategy will be assessed on an annual basis in a report to the Planning Committee measured against the actions as set out in the yearly action plan and quantitatively against defined monitoring indicators.

3 After year two, the number of buildings at risk has been reduced whilst the number of vulnerable buildings has slightly increased. Significant progress has been made in meeting the year two actions which is reported within Appendix 2.

1 4 An action plan for year 3 has been developed and is contained within Appendix 4 of this report.

Background

5 The Buildings at Risk Strategy 2012-2016 was adopted by the Executive Board in December 2011. Over the five year period the strategy seeks to meet the three strategic objectives of: (i) Reducing the number of buildings at risk; (ii) Managing Council assets to an appropriate standard; and (iii) Ensuring the value of the historic environment is appreciated and understood.

6 This report seeks to evaluate the progress made to date in meeting these objectives. Monitoring indicators, including baseline information, are included as Appendix 1. A full update on progress made against all year two actions is included as Appendix 2 and summarised below as follows:

Objective One: Reduce the Number of Buildings at Risk

7 At the end of year one, 82 listed buildings were considered to be at risk from neglect and decay with a further 128 buildings considered to be in a vulnerable condition (these buildings could become ‘at risk’ if their condition is allowed to deteriorate). After year two, the following four buildings have been removed from the register as a result of repair and /or conversion to an alternative use: • Combined pig sty and hen house at New Sontley Farm, . • Bryn Seion Chapel, Clayton Road, Broughton. • Dog kennel and mounting block at Halton Farm, . • Gateway and attached walls to Pen-y-Llan Hall, . One structure, the milestone at Dolywern, has been added to the register as a result of damage caused by a vehicle strike. As such the overall number of buildings at risk has been reduced to 79 after year two. A copy of the updated register is included as Appendix 3.

8 The number of vulnerable buildings has increased slightly from 128 in 2012 to 134. This has largely been as a result of increasingly poor levels of maintenance in relation to residential properties. Buildings that are no longer considered to be in a vulnerable condition include the wall adjacent the driveway to the stables at , Pont Cysylltau and the war memorial, Penycae. Further progress has also been made through the completion of year two actions as set out in Appendix 2 and summarised below as follows:

• An internal working group has been established in relation to the Wynnstay estate and desk and field based survey work undertaken to evaluate the significance of the site. Discussions have also been held with the principal landowner and initial survey work and vegetation clearance undertaken in order to establish the condition of the Wynnstay column.

2 • The ownership of all buildings on the register with the exception of two properties, has been established and contact made with the owners where possible. • Listed Building Consent was granted for works to the Dymock Arms, and the Bychan Chapel, Newbridge. Works have commenced in respect of the latter and it is hoped that works will soon begin for the repair and reconstruction of the Dymock Arms. Further applications for planning permission and listed building consent have been submitted for works to the shippon at Brunett Farm, and Blackhurst Farm, South. Proposals include the repair and re-use of the building in each case. • The Open Church Network are being supported in their efforts to develop potential project and funding options in order to find a solution to the deteriorating condition of grave stones and monuments included on the register. • A structural and condition report on all assets within the Former Ironworks site was commissioned and undertaken during the summer 2013. The results of this report will inform decision making on the prioritisation of emergency and urgent works and future proposals for the long-tern use of the site. • The Church of St Johns, and Capel Salem, have both been sold, during the past year, to new owners. However until comprehensive works of repair are undertaken the buildings remain at risk. • A visual inspection and photographic record of all at risk and vulnerable structures was completed in September 2013.

Objective 2: Manage Council Owned Historic Assets to an Appropriate Standard

9 A visual assessment was completed during the summer of 2013 and the physical condition of the Council-owned ‘at risk’ and vulnerable structures assessed for signs of deterioration or improvement. Significant changes in condition have been identified as follows: • The stonework to the parapet of Pont Cysylltau has been repaired and highway improvement works undertaken to reduce the possibility of future vehicle strikes. As such the structure is no longer categorised as being in a vulnerable condition. • Works of repair have been undertaken at Pont-y-Felin, . • Repairs to the fettling shop roof at Ironworks have been completed. These works entailed structural repairs to the front wall, repair and replacement of roof timbers where required, the strengthening of a roof truss and reinstatement of rainwater goods. • Excavation and consolidation works have been completed at . • A structural appraisal of the listed buildings within the Cemetery was undertaken in March 2013. Minor works of maintenance and works necessary on health and safety grounds have been undertaken but further urgent works are necessary particularly in relation to the chapel roofs to prevent a continued deterioration in condition.

3 • Pentrebychan Hall dovecote, situated within the grounds of Wrexham Crematorium, is displaying evidence of structural cracking. It is unclear if this is longstanding or progressive and as such further investigation is recommended. • A general deterioration in the condition of road bridges was noted, in particular as a result of increased vegetation growth. • Vegetation clearance works have been undertaken at Whitehurst, Chirk and a drainage survey undertaken. Further investigation into the structural condition of certain areas of the wall structures is now required.

10 As a result of the above mentioned changes in condition, the number of Council-owned listed buildings at risk after year two remains as 8 whilst the number of ‘vulnerable’ buildings has been reduced to 30.

11 Further progress has been made through the implementation of the agreed Year Two Action Plan. The agreed actions and a progress update are contained within Appendix 1 of this report and key achievements summarised as follows: • A visual inspection and photographic record of all at risk and vulnerable council owned buildings was completed in July 2013. • The Heritage Assets Inventory Group has met regularly to develop a heritage assets inventory. Cost estimates have been produced following the visual inspection and assessment against works of repair identified for all Council owned buildings at risk. Priorities for action have also been set out. • The Welsh Georgian Trust (WGT) has undertaken a condition survey and an options appraisal for the future re-use of Plas Kynaston, . This work is currently being progressed in discussion with the Council. • Further funding has been secured from Cadw to carry out landscaping, access and interpretation works at Holt Castle. • A stage 1 bid was submitted to the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) in August 2013 for the restoration of the buildings and landscape at Wrexham Cemetery and for interpretation and improvements to the visitor experience.

Objective 3: Ensure the Value of the Historic Environment is Appreciated and Understood

12 Key achievements in meeting this objective after year two are summarised as follows:

• The buildings at risk web page is currently being constructed as part of the development of the built conservation website. • Maintenance literature has been distributed through conservation events and directly to property owners. • Traditional Building Skills training courses have been held on the subjects of traditional joinery and damp in historic buildings. • The historic building owners database was developed during September and October 2013 and owners invited to be included on the system.

4 • The first conservation newsletter was issued through the historic buildings owners database in November 2013.

Conclusion

13 After year two the number of buildings at risk has been reduced and further progress has been made through greater engagement with listed building owners and in developing schemes of repair and alteration for properties in private ownership as well as Council owned sites. A lack of maintenance in the condition of certain buildings in residential use has become increasingly evident following survey work and inspections and therefore the use of statutory powers may be required in preventing further buildings becoming at greater risk. Urgent works and small-scale repairs to Council owned assets, in particular redundant highway structures, are essential to ensure the strategy has credibility. Maintenance and Traditional Building Skills events have proved successful and will be continued and developed throughout the coming year.

14 Based upon these findings, a year three action plan has been developed and is included as Appendix 4.

Consultation

15 Not applicable

RECOMMENDATION

That the Planning Committee notes the content of this report.

BACKGROUND PAPERS

Buildings at Risk Strategy 2012-2016.

5 Appendix 1

MONITORING AND REVIEW

The Buildings at Risk Strategy 2012- 2016 will be assessed on an annual basis, its success or otherwise measured against the actions achieved as set out in the yearly action plan and quantitatively against the indicators set out in Table 6 below. An annual progress report will be presented to the Planning Committee which will set out the following year’s actions.

Table 6: Indicators Indicator Baseline October October October October October (August 2011) 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 Total No. Buildings at Risk 82 82 79

Total No. Vulnerable Buildings 141 128 134

No. Buildings at Risk in Private 75 74 71 Ownership No. Vulnerable Buildings in 106 95 104 Private Ownership No. Local Authority Buildings at 7 8 8 Risk No. Local Authority Vulnerable 35 33 30 Buildings No. Buildings at Grave Risk 14 13 12 (Cat. 1) No Buildings at Extreme Risk 2 2 2 (Cat.2)

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YEAR TWO ACTION PLAN & UPDATE

OBJECTIVE 1: Reduce the Number of Buildings at Risk Property Actions Responsible Update Department Estate Buildings and Garden Structures Wynnstay, Ruabon • Support Welsh Historic Gardens Trust Community • Ongoing. The WHGT intend to (WHGT) in their bid for funding to the Wellbeing and continue exploring options for Heritage Lottery Fund ensuring Development the estate and potential projects involvement from other relevant parties. for the forthcoming national Capability Brown tercentenary • Evaluate site for potential Conservation celebrations. Area designation • An internal Wynnstay project Group has been established and desk and field based survey work undertaken. The findings are currently being • Initiate discussions with the principal evaluated. landowner • Discussions have been held with the principal landowner, in particular over the condition of the column. Laser scanning and vegetation clearance has been undertaken in advance of a condition survey being undertaken.

7 Plas Power, • Oversee additional urgent works to the Community • A site meeting was held with Coedpoeth Dairy and monitor the effectiveness of all Wellbeing and the land agent to discuss temporary protective measures Development additional works to the listed structures, in particular the dairy and game larder. An assessment has been made on the condition of the roof structures and remedial works planned. Cefn Park, • Continue to explore funding options and Community • Ongoing. alternative uses with the property owner Wellbeing and Development Pickhill Old Hall, • Continue negotiations with the owner to Community • A structural survey may soon prevent further deterioration in the condition Wellbeing and be commissioned by WCBC of the structure Development and options for action prepared for consideration by the Planning Committee. Marchwiel Hall, • Continue discussions with the owner to find Community • Ongoing. Marchwiel a sustainable future for the estate. Wellbeing and Development Domestic Buildings Jones Cottages, • Continue to monitor temporary works Community • The condition continues to be Wellbeing and monitored on a regular basis. • Explore potential for Assistance through the Development • Inclusion in this scheme Empty Property scheme. remains a viable option subject to willingness of the owner. • Oversee urgent works to front boundary • The condition of the wall is wall as required. being monitored.

8 Plas Newydd, • Agree a programme for recording with the Community • RCAHMW have confirmed that Ruabon RCAHMW Wellbeing and there is no capacity for recording Development work at this time however the building may be a candidate for dendrochronology investigations. • Continue to monitor ongoing repairs • The condition of building continues to be monitored on a regular basis. Hafod House • Establish contact with owner Community • The ownership of the building Farmhouse, Wellbeing and has been established and Development contact made with the owner in August 2013 to discuss their intentions for the preservation of the building. Wern Cottages, • Continue investigations into the ownership Community • Attempts to contact the owner Minera of the property Wellbeing and have been made but have • Explore potential for Assistance through the Development proved unsuccessful to date. Empty Property scheme. Lower • Continue to support the efforts of the owner Community • Ongoing. Regular meetings Farmhouse, to secure Listed Building Consent for the Wellbeing and have been held with the owner Gwersylt repair and renovation of the property. Development to prepare an application for works of essential repairs and refurbishment. Trevor Tower • Establish contact with owner Community • The ownership of the property Cottage, Wellbeing and has been established and Rural Development contact made with the tenant of the site.

9 Trevor Tower, • Establish contact with owner Community • The ownership of the property Wellbeing and has been established and Development contact made with the tenant of the site. Lower Honkley • Monitor implementation of Listed Building Community • Ongoing. Farm, Consent through regular site inspections Wellbeing and Development Pandy Holding, • Continue discussions to secure repairs to Community • Ongoing. Hanmer the building fabric and bring the building Wellbeing and back into habitable use. Development Bridge Cottages, • Monitor implementation of Listed Building Community • Ongoing. Worthenbury Consent through regular site inspections Wellbeing and Development Cemetery and Graveyard Structures, Monuments and Memorials All Saints Parish • Continue to support the Open Church Community • Ongoing. An approach has Churchyard, Network in their exploration of potential Wellbeing and been made to the HLF and a project and funding options. Development first stage bid is being prepared. Stone Seat to Huw • Establish contact with owner. Community • The ownership of the property Morris, Wellbeing and has been established and Development contact made with the owner in July 2013. Some minor works of vegetation clearance are planned. Church of St Chad • Continue to support the Open Church Community • Ongoing. An approach has Churchyard, Hanmer Network in their exploration of potential Wellbeing and been made to the HLF and a project and funding options. Development first stage bid is being prepared.

10 Parish Church of St • Continue to support the Open Church Community • Ongoing. An approach has Chad Churchyard, Network in their exploration of potential Wellbeing and been made to the HLF and a Holt project and funding options. Development first stage bid is being prepared. St Giles Parish • Continue to support the Open Church Community • Ongoing. An approach has Churchyard, Offa Network in their exploration of potential Wellbeing and been made to the HLF and a project and funding options. Development first stage bid is being prepared. However, it is unlikely that the Church of St Giles will participate in the project. Commercial Properties Dymock Arms, • Continue to support the efforts of the owner Community • Listed Building Consent was to secure Listed Building Consent for the Wellbeing and granted in May 2013. A repair and renovation of the property. Development contractor has been appointed and awaiting pre-contract • Continue to monitor the condition of the meeting. property through regular site inspections. • The condition continues to be monitored on a regular basis however temporary coverings are beginning to fail and will require replacement if the contract is further delayed. Agricultural and Ancillary Buildings Combined Pig Sties • Continue discussions with the National Community • This building is no longer at risk and Hen House, Trust to secure repair of the building fabric. Wellbeing and following repairs undertaken New Sontley Farm, Development during spring/summer 2013 to Marchwiel restore the building back to its former use.

11 Shippon at Brunett • Continue discussions with the property Community • Applications for planning Farm, Bronington owner to secure essential repairs to the Wellbeing and permission and listed building building fabric and explore options for re- Development consent have been submitted use. for repair and conversion. Planning Permission was granted in October 2013. A decision on the LBC is pending. • Continue to monitor condition on a • The condition of the building is quarterly basis. monitored on a regular basis. Dog Kennel and • Establish contact with owner Community • This building is no longer Mounting Block, Wellbeing and considered to be at risk Halton Farm, Chirk Development following minor repairs undertaken by the owner. Field Barn, Er Wallo • Establish contact with owner Community • The ownership of the building Wellbeing and has been established but Development attempts to make contact with the owner have proved unsuccessful to date. Multi-Purpose Farm • Establish contact with owner Community • The ownership of the building Building at Tyn- Wellbeing and has been determined and a Llwyn Farm, Development meeting held with the owner to Glyntraian discuss their intentions for its proper preservation. Multi- Purpose Farm • Continue discussions with the property Community • Applications for planning Building at owner to secure essential repairs to the Wellbeing and permission and listed building Blackhurst Farm, building fabric and explore options for re- Development consent have been submitted Maelor South use. for the conversion and repair of outbuildings within the site. A further schedule of repairs is

12 being prepared to secure the condition of the farm building roof. Barn and Shippon at • Establish contact with owner through BAR Community • Contact has been made with Gelli Farm Questionnaire Wellbeing and the building owner. Development Cow Shed and • Initiate discussions with land agent to Community • The land agent has been made Adjoining Cart Shed secure necessary repairs and discuss Wellbeing and aware by letter of issues S of Fodwen options to address maintenance backlog Development relating to repair and within the estate generally. maintenance requirements and invited to enter into further discussions regarding these matters. Farm Ranges at • Establish contact with owner through BAR Community • The ownership of the building Wern Tower Questionnaire Wellbeing and has been established and Development contact made with the tenant of the property. Maintenance information has been distributed. Industrial Buildings

Atcherley Lime • Advise owner on responsibilities and Community • The owner has been contacted Kilns, Minera implications of both listed building status Wellbeing and and advised accordingly. and SSSI designation in relation to works of Development repair Vertical Winding • Condition to be monitored annually Community • The condition of the building Engine Engine Wellbeing and continues to be monitored. House, Ruabon Development

13 Walker Fanhouse, • Condition to be monitored annually Community • The condition of the building Ruabon Wellbeing and continues to be monitored. Development Fenn’s Moss Peat • Condition to be monitored annually Community • The condition of the building Processing Plant, Wellbeing and continues to be monitored. Bronington Development Agents House, • Based upon the updated Structural Community • A structural and condition report Brymbo Ironworks, Engineers report, request Wellbeing and on all the assets within the site Brymbo recommendations and cost estimates for Development/ was commissioned and roof repairs. Assets and undertaken during summer • Assist landowner in exploring funding Economic 2013. The results of this report options for urgent works Development will inform decision making on • Prevent further deterioration in condition the prioritisation of through statutory powers if required. emergency/urgent works and future proposals for the long- term use of the site. • Condition to be monitored on a quarterly • The condition of the buildings basis. on the site continues to be monitored. • Continue to support the actions of the • The actions of the Brymbo Brymbo Heritage Group Ltd. Heritage Group Ltd continue to be supported. Former Powder • Establish contact with owner and Glyn Community • Investigations have been held Works, Ceiriog Ucha Valley Tramway Group. Wellbeing and into the ownership of the Development property and it is understood that this may be due to change in the near future. Former Mine’s • Continue to support the efforts of the owner Community • An application will shortly be re- Rescue Centre, Offa to secure Listed Building Consent for the Wellbeing and submitted for the site. In

14 repair and renovation of the property. Development addition the North Miners Association Trust have submitted a Stage 1 bid to the HLF for the reinstatement of the drill hall and its conversion to a studio and exhibition space. • Continue to monitor the condition of the • The condition of the building property through regular site inspections. continues to be monitored. Lime Kiln, The • Establish contact with owner through Land Community • Efforts are being made through Wern, Minera Registry/BAR Questionnaire Wellbeing and Land Registry to determine the Development ownership of the building. Churches and Chapels Cefn Bychan, • Continue to support the efforts of the owner Community • Listed Building Consent was Newbridge Baptist to secure Listed Building Consent for the Wellbeing and granted in December 2012 and Chapel, Cefn repair and renovation of the property. Development has been partially implemented. • Continue to monitor the condition of the • The condition of the building property through regular site inspections. continues to be monitored on a regular basis. Church of St John, • Include building on SAVE Britain’s Heritage Community • The building has been included Rhosllanerchrugog Buildings at Risk Register Wellbeing and on the SAVE Britain’s Heritage Development Buildings at Risk Register. • An inspection of the interior is necessary to • The interior of the building was establish any deterioration in the condition inspected in March and April of the roof structure and assess the 2013 and a dry rot outbreak potential implications upon the interior. identified. Works are required Urgent works to be requested as required urgently to secure the condition following further investigation. of the building. • Continue to provide advice to prospective • The building was sold in April

15 purchasers as required and again in May/June and again in October. Efforts are being made to establish contact with the new owner. Capel Salem, High • Include building on SAVE Britain’s Heritage Community • The building was included on Street, Coedpoeth Buildings at Risk Register Wellbeing and the SAVE Britain’s Heritage Development Buildings at Risk Register and was sold at auction in March • Request additional temporary measures to 2013. ensure the building is maintained in a • A series of urgent works were sound, secure and weather-tight condition undertaken during summer • Provide advice to prospective purchasers 2013. as required Bryn Seion Chapel, • Monitor implementation of Listed Building Community • This building is no longer at risk Clayton Road, Consent through regular site inspections Wellbeing and having been converted to Broughton Development residential use. The units are now being offered for sale. Bridges, Weirs and Milestones Town Reservoir, • Establish contact with owner. Community • Contact has been made with Chirk Wellbeing and the owner and a site visit Development scheduled to inspect the condition of the structure once vegetation has sufficiently died back. Bridge over Former • Initiate discussions with the land owner with Community • The owner has been made Railway, Highfield the view to securing repairs to the parapet. Wellbeing and aware by letter of their Road, Gwesyllt Development responsibilities and invited to enter into further discussions regarding these matters.

16 General Inspection and photographic survey of ‘at risk’ and vulnerable buildings to Community A photographic survey was be undertaken as part of monitoring and annual review. Wellbeing and undertaken during summer/autumn Development 2013.

OBJECTIVE 2: Manage Local Authority Historic Assets to an Appropriate Standard Actions Responsible Department Develop Council- wide property database Assets and Work is ongoing to develop the Economic property database. Development Establish cyclical programme of inspection and maintenance Assets and A visual inspection of at risk and Economic vulnerable structures was Development undertaken in June 2013. Continue cross-departmental working group meetings to be held on a Assets and Meetings of the Heritage Assets quarterly basis Economic Inventory Group were held on the Development/ following dates: Community 8th April 2013 Wellbeing and 5th June 2013 Development/ 22nd July 2013 Environment

Property Actions Responsible Department , Year 2 actions accord with those as set out in the Assets and Esclusham County Borough Heritage Strategy 2011-2015 as Economic

17 follows: Development • The condition of the Fettling Shop roof is to • Work has been completed for be assessed and appropriate action taken the repair of the fettling shop to mitigate against further deterioration. roof. • Initiate rolling programme of consolidation • Work has been delayed due to and interpretation of archaeological areas the need to rebuild a collapsed wall within the site. Wrexham Cemetery, • Conservation Management Plan to be Assets and • A structural appraisal of the Offa prepared for the site. Economic listed buildings within the site • Alternative uses for the Cemetery Chapels Development/ was undertaken in March 2013 and Lodge to be explored and potential Community and minor maintenance works funding sources to be identified. Wellbeing and undertaken. • Submit funding application to Cadw/HLF as Development/ • A stage one bid was submitted appropriate Environment to the HLF in August 2013 for the restoration of the buildings and landscape, interpretation and improvements to the visitor experience. Plas Kynaston, Cefn • Planning brief to be prepared for the site. Community • A planning brief was not Wellbeing and prepared on the basis that an Development/ options appraisal was being Assets and undertaken by the Trust and Economic also due to limited capacity in Development the Development Control section. • Continue to support the actions of the • A condition report and options Welsh Georgian Trust (WGT) in exploring appraisal has been undertaken options for future re-use by the WGT who continue to explore options for re-use.

18 Holt Castle, Holt Year 2 actions accord with those as set out in the Assets and County Borough Heritage Strategy 2011-2015 as Economic follows: Development • Consolidation work due to commence • Excavation and consolidation 2013/2014. work commenced in March 2013 has been completed. Former Empire • Structural survey to be undertaken. Assets and • A potential buyer is currently Cinema, • Continue to explore options for the disposal Economic assessing the viability of of the building. Development acquiring and renovating the building. Whitehurst, Chirk • Conservation Management Plan to be Community • Limited staff capacity has prepared to inform planning brief for the Wellbeing and prevented further development site. Development/ of a conservation management Housing and plan or planning brief for this Public site. • Drainage survey and vegetation clearance Protection • A drainage survey and to be undertaken to enable further vegetation clearance has been investigation into the condition of the walls undertaken. Further and to establish extent of remedial works. investigation to be undertaken into the condition of the walls. Former Bersham Year 2 actions accord with those as set out in the Assets and Colliery, Esclusham County Borough Heritage Strategy 2011-2015 as Economic follows: Development/ • Monitor temporary works to ensure that the Community • A visual assessment was Winding Engine House building is secure Wellbeing and undertaken in June 2013. The and weather-tight. Development building is being maintained in a secure and weather-tight condition. • Further action to develop Museum is • Section 106 monies are to be

19 subject to the release of funding under the released following Section 106 Agreement. commencement of development. Awaiting discharge of pre- commencement conditions. Milepost Opposite • Secure repairs and reinstatement • A visual assessment was Drive to Queens undertaken in June 2013 and Bridge cost estimates obtained for repair and reinstatement. Sign Post at SW • Secure repairs and reinstatement • A visual assessment was End undertaken in June 2013 and cost estimates obtained for repair and reinstatement. Former Plas Power • Condition to be monitored. Assets and • A visual assessment was Colliery, Broughton Economic undertaken in June 2013 and Development cost estimates obtained for repair. • Condition to be monitored. Assets and • A visual assessment was Crematorium, Economic undertaken in June 2013 and Esclusham Development cost estimates obtained for further investigation into structural cracking and repair. Bridges • Condition to be monitored. Environment • A visual assessment and photographic record was made during summer 2013. A slight deterioration in condition was noted to a number of structures. However repairs and improvement works have been

20 undertaken to Pont Cysylltau and Pont-y-Felin. Milestones and • Condition to be monitored. Assets and • A visual assessment was Signposts Economic undertaken in June 2013 and Development cost estimates received for repair.

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OBJECTIVE 3: Ensure the Value of the Historic Environment is Appreciated and Understood Actions Responsible Department Develop Buildings at Risk website Community Construction of the webpage is Wellbeing and underway as part of the development Development of the Built Conservation website. Disseminate maintenance literature at conservation events and through Community Maintenance literature has been Estate Agents, Wrexham Town Centre Forum, Wrexham Chamber of Wellbeing and distributed through conservation Tourism and Trade and other relevant bodies. Development events and directly to property owners. Promote maintenance through involvement in national events including Community National maintenance week was SPAB National Maintenance Week and Open Doors Wellbeing and promoted through the historic building Development owners newsletter. Facilitate Traditional Building Skills Training Courses (3 no. sessions to Assets and The following Traditional Building be held during 2013). Economic Skills Training Courses have been Development/ held: Community • Traditional Joinery (January Wellbeing and 2013) Development • Damp in Historic Buildings (July 2013) • Brickwork and Terracotta (due to be held in December 2013 ) Establish historic building owner’s database (to include owners of listed Community The database was developed in buildings and buildings in Conservation Areas. Wellbeing and September 2013 and owners invited to Development be included on the system. Publish and disseminate conservation newsletter through owners Community The first conservation newsletter was database Wellbeing and issued through the historic buildings Development owners database in November 2013.

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Appendix 3 BUILDINGS AT RISK (CATEGORIES 1-3) Year Three – Updated October 2013 Date Record Description Community Grade Included on No. register RISK SCORE 1: GRAVE RISK 17272 Pavillion inc Skittle Alley at Cefn Park Abenbury II 2002 1738 Dairy at Plas Power Bersham Coedpoeth II 2002 1720 No.s 9-10 Bunkers Hill Esclusham II 2002 17667 No1 of 6 Graves in graveyard to W of All Saints Church Gresford II 2002 1693 Dymock Arms Maelor South II 2010 19717 Atcherley Lime Kilns, Minera Minera II 2002 19721 Jones Cottages New Brighton Minera II 2002 15731 Vertical Winding Engine House at Wynnstay Colliery Ruabon II* 2002 15730 Walker Fanhouse at the Former Wynnstay Colliery Ruabon II 2002 15747 Ice House, Wynnstay Ruabon II 2008 15748 Sluice Outlet, Wynnstay Ruabon II 2008 1637 Dovecote at Pickhill Old Hall Sesswick II 2002

RISK SCORE 2: EXTREME RISK 1626 Plas Newydd, Pont Adam Crescent Ruabon II* 2002 85456 Fenn’s Moss Peat Processing Works Bronington II* 2006

RISK SCORE 3: AT RISK 85483 Shippon at Brunett Farm Bronington II 2006 85447 Barn and Shippon at Gelli Farm Bronington II 2006 1731 Former Agents House at Site of Brymbo Ironworks Brymbo II* 2008 13484 Bottle Chimney, Mount Zion Brymbo II 2002 1576 Plas Kynaston, Cefn Mawr Cefn II 2002 16871 Baptist Chapel, Newbridge Cefn II 2002 1312 Stone Seat of Huw Morys at Erw Gerrig Farmhouse Ceiriog Ucha II 2002 81157 Cow Shed with Adjoining Cart Shed S. of Fodwen Ceiriog Ucha II 2006 81166 Building at Former Powder Works, Hendre Quarry Ceiriog Ucha II 2006 20232 Arbour within Brynkinnallt Park, Brynkinnallt Chirk II 2002 20254 Town Reservoir, Llwyn-y-cil Chirk II 2002 16449 Capel Salem, High Street Coedpoeth II 2012 1737 Game Larder at Plas Power, Bersham Coedpoeth II 2002 16453 Bath House in Plas Power Park, Bersham Coedpoeth II 2002 1739 Ice House at Plas Power, Bersham Coedpoeth II 2002 16566 Sign Post at SW End Esclusham II 2012 1589 Hafod House Farmhouse Esclusham II 2002 16552 East Weir in Esclusham II 2002 80893 Milestone at Dolywern Glytriaian II 2013 80887 Farm Ranges at Wern Tower Glyntraian II 2006 80888 Field Barn to North of Er Wallo Glyntraian II 2006 80895 Multi-Purpose Farm Building at Ty’n-llwyn Farm Glyntraian II 2006 17666 1 of 5 Graves in the graveyard to NW of All Saints Church Gresford II 2002 17704 5 of 6 Graves in the graveyard to W of All Saints Church Gresford II 2002 17702 3 of 6 Graves in the graveyard to W of All Saints Church Gresford II 2002 17701 2 of 6 Graves in the graveyard to W of All Saints Church Gresford II 2002 17699 4 of 5 Graves in the graveyard to NW of All Saints Church Gresford II 2002 17696 3 of 3 Graves in the graveyard to SE of All Saints Church Gresford II 2002 17695 2 of 3 Graves in the graveyard to SE of All Saints Church Gresford II 2002 17681 Allington Farm Gatehouse, Allington Gresford II 2002 17671 2 of a pair Graves in the graveyard to E of All Saints Gresford II 2002

23 17670 1 of a pair Graves in the graveyard to E of All Saints Gresford II 2002 17668 Grave of Ann Williams in the graveyard to S of All Saints Gresford II 2002 15830 Former Hall Colliery Chimney and Flue II 2002 16535 Bridge over Former Railway, Highfield Road Gwersyllt II 2002 16537 Lower Stansty Farmhouse, Stansty Chain Road Gwersyllt II 2008 86930 Boundary Wall and Gateway to NE side of Park Hanmer II 2006 86946 Nickson Family Tombs including Railings, Hanmer Hanmer II 2008 86948 Pandy Holding Hanmer II 2008 86951 Tomb of Henry Parry in Hanmer Churchyard Hanmer II 2008 1595 Holt Castle Holt II* 2002 16960 Sundial in Church Yard at Parish Church of St Chad Holt II 2002 19963 Trevor Tower, Garth Llangollen II 2002 19968 Bryn Seion Presbyterian Chapel Llangollen II 2002 19964 Trevor Tower Cottage, Garth Llangollen II 2008 81293 Milestone W of Ddol Hir Llantsantffria II 2006 86966 Multi-Purpose Farm building at Blackhurst Farm Maelor South II 2006 17842 Walled Garden and Bothy at Marchwiel Hall Marchwiel II 2002 17843 Pigsties at Marchwiel Hall Marchwiel II 2002 19727 Wern Cottages, The Wern Minera II 2002 19726 Lime Kiln, The Wern Minera II 2002 1773 2 Chest Tombs adjacent to W boundary of Church Yard, Offa II 2002 1807 Cemetary Chapels, Ruabon Road Offa II 2009 14488 Milepost opposite Drive to Queens Bridge, Ellesmere Overton II 2002 87623 Former Mines Rescue Centre Offa II 2010 1849 The Seven Stars Public House Rhosddu II 2002 17089 Church of St John Evangelist Rhosllanerchr II 2009 17462 Lower Honkley Farmhouse Rossett II 2002 15743 Tunnel to E of Kitchen Garden at Wynnstay Hall Ruabon II 2002 15749 Cascade, Wynnstay Ruabon II 2008 15744 Ha Ha Walls to E of Kitchen Garden at Wynnstay Hall Ruabon II 2002 15746 Wynnstay Column, Wynnstay Ruabon II* 2002 15745 Boat House Ruabon II 2002 19783 Bridge to W of Stable Courtyard at Emral Hall Worthenbury II 2002 1701 Bridge Cottages, Hurdle View Worthenbury II 2009

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VULNERABLE BUILDINGS (CATEGORY 4) Year Three – Updated October 2013 Date Entry Included Building Name Community Grade No. on register 17274 Gates and Gate Piers at Cefn Park Lodge Abenbury II 2002 17275 Ice House NW of Llwyn Onn Hall Hotel Abenbury II 2002 1674 Carriage Shelter (SW of Whitewell Church) Bronington II 2002 85458 Former Stable and Coach House at Green Dragon Farm Bronington II 2006 85459 Garden Walls and Bothy at the Gelli Bronington II 2006 85461 Gate Piers and Attached Walls to Back Drive to Iscoyd Bronington II 2006 Park 85469 Kennels at Iscoyd Park Bronington II 2006 85471 Kitchen Garden Walls at Iscoyd Park Bronington II 2006 85473 Lower Wych Bridge Bronington II 2006 85490 Signpost at Road Junction in Higher Wych Bronington II 2006 85494 Stable and Cart House at Tybroughton Hall Bronington II 2006 85501 Ty Bach at Higher Lanes Bank Farm Bronington II 2006 85506 Walls, Gate Piers and Gate between Forecourt and Bronington II 2006 Service Yard, Iscoyd Park 85507 Walls, Gate Piers and Gates to Forecourt and Formal Bronington II 2006 Garden at Iscoyd Park 85497 Stable at Gelli Farm Bronington II 2006 85448 Barn at Fenns Old Hall Bronington II 2006 1570 Milward House Broughton II 2013 15824 Former Plas Power Colliery Heapstead, Colliery Road Broughton II 2002 6633 Church of St Peters, Brynteg Broughton II 2009 1757 Kingsmill Bridge over River Clywedog, Kingsmill Road II 2002 1758 Willow Bridge, with adjacent Railings and Culvert Arch Caia Park II 2002 16475 Kingsmill Bridge Over , Kingsmill Road Caia Park II 2002 16873 Entrance Gates and Railings at Newbridge Lodge Cefn I 2002 651 Pont-y-Felin Ceiriog Ucha II 2002 614 Pont-y-Meibion Ceiriog Ucha II 2002 602 Dolwen Ceiriog Ucha II 2002 81151 Old Mill Welsh Shop Ceiriog Ucha II 2006 81153 Llan-gau Ceiriog Ucha II 2006 81159 Pentre Bach Ceiriog Ucha II 2006 20235 Dog Kennel and Mounting Block at Halton Farm Chirk II 2013 1286 Whitehurst Garden Wall, Gatepiers and Gates Chirk II 2002 20224 Upper Terrace Wall at Whitehurst Gardens Chirk II 2002 20225 Second Terrace Wall at Whitehurst Gardens Chirk II 2002 20226 Lowest Terrace Wall at Whitehurst Gardens Chirk II 2002 20231 Screen Wall to the Service Yard at Brynkinallt Hall Chirk II 2002 20262 Farm Building at Fron-uchaf Farm, with Front Garden Chirk II 2002 Wall 20265 The Kennels Chirk II 2002 20273 Deer Park Wall Chirk II 2002 601 Pont-y-blew Chirk II 2002 20247 Ha-Ha at the E end of the E Garden, Chirk Castle Chirk II 2002 20208 Trevor Mausoleum in Churchyard of the Church of St Chirk II 2002 Mary 20210 Railway Viaduct over Chirk II* 2002 20204 Sundial in Churchyard of the Church of St Mary Chirk II 2002 20209 Chirk Tunnel N Portals, and Chirk Basin Chirk II* 2002 20205 Ward Monument in Churchyard of the Church of St Mary Chirk II 2008

25 20230 Lady’s Bridge , Brynkinnallt Park, Brynkinnallt Chirk II 2002 20234 Two adjoining ranges of farm buildings with a horse gin, Chirk II 2002 Halton Farm 20269 Dovecote – Chirk Castle Chirk II* 2002 16456 Wall to Plas Power Park SW of Rhosberse Lodge, Coedpoeth II 2002 Bersham 16452 Stable Block at Plas Power, Bersham Coepoeth II 2002 16451 Entrance Gates to Park Road Coedpoeth II 2002 16572 Gate Piers at Hafod-y-Bwych Hall Esclusham II 2002 16564 Hafod-y-bwch Bridge Esclusham II 2002 16558 Western Weir on the River Clywedog Esclusham II 2002 16555 Caeau Weir Esclusham II 2002 16554 Caeau Bridge Esclusham II 2002 1715 Pentrebychan Hall Dovecote Esclusham II 2002 15825 Winding Engine House, Esclusham II 2002 1586 Octagonal Building at Bersham Ironworks Site Esclusham II* 2002 16557 Bridge Gates and Railings at Bersham Lodge Esclusham II 2002 80885 Castle Mill Bridge Glyntraian II 2006 80886 Cow-House with Attached Cart Shed and Stables at Glyntraian II 2006 Llangwryd Uchaf 80889 Former Waiting Room, , Dolywern Glyntraian II 2006 80897 Bridge Glyntraian II 2006 80899 Talygarth Isaf Farm Glyntraian II 2006 17703 No.4 0f 6 Graves in the Graveyard to W of All Saints Gresford II 2002 Church 17698 No.3 of 5 Graves in the Graveyard to NW of All Saints Gresford II 2002 Church 17705 No 6 of 6 Graves in the Graveyard to W of All Saints Gresford II 2002 Church 17672 Graveyard Wall and Gatepiers to All Saints Church Gresford II 2002 17669 No.1 of 3 Graves in the Graveyard to SE of All Saints Gresford II 2002 Church 17697 2 of 5 Graves in the graveyard to NW of All Saints Gresford II 2002 Church 17700 5 of 5 Graves in the graveyard to NW of All Saints Gresford II 2002 Church 15829 Former Llay Hall Colliery Workshops Gwersyllt II 2002 15827 Former Llay Hall Colliery Engine House Gwersyllt II 2002 1699 Eglwys Cross Cottage Hanmer II 2013 86935 Croxton Farm Hanmer II 2013 86949 Revetment and Balustrade to Forecourt and Formal Hanmer II 2006 Garden of Bettisfield Park 1742 Holt Bridge Holt I 2002 16959 Former Baptist Chapel - Forecourt Walls, Gates and Holt II 2002 Railings 16841 Strawberry Pickers Barracks at Bellis’ Farm Holt II 2013 87549 Cross Street Tunnel Llangollen R II 2013 19971 Kilns at Wood Bank, Trevor Llangollen II 2002 Rural 19962 Lime Kilns Llangollen II 2008 Rural 81288 Former House S of the Woolpack Llansantffraid II 2006 GC 81290 Grave Monument to Rev Robert Ellis Llansantffraid II 2006 GC 86958 Bettisfield Bridge Maelor South II 2006 86962 Cornhill Bridge Maelor South II 2006 86968 Ryd-y-Cyffin Farmhouse Maelor South II 2006

26 86972 Stryt Lydan Maelor South II 2011 17851 Cupola to SE of the House, Marchwiel II 2002 17880 Former House at the Groves, Sontley Marchwiel II 2002 17877 Former Stables at New Sontley Farm, Sontley, Erddig Marchwiel II 2002 17841 Stables at Marchwiel Hall Marchwiel II 2002 17858 Garden Walls to N side of Formal Garden incl. Gate Marchwiel II 2002 Piers, Gates and Alcove, Erddig 17870 Bridge over the Black Brook, Erddig Marchwiel II 2002

17849 Churchyard Walls, Gatepiers, Railings and gates to S of Marchwiel II 2008 Church SS Marcella and Deiniol 17860 Garden Walls to S side of Formal Garden including Marchwiel II 2008 Gatepiers, Gates and Alcove at Erddig 19725 St Andrews Church Minera II 2009 1778 The Cambrian Vaults Public House Offa II 2013 1809 Gate Piers to Cemetary, Ruabon Road (NW Side) Offa II 2002 1772 No.s 1 & 2 Chest Tombs, W of Church of St Giles, Offa II 2002 Church St (S Side) 1811 Gate Piers & Boundary Walls to No.1 Salisbury Road Offa II 2002 (NE Side) 16489 Gate Piers and Boundary Wall to No.3, Salisbury Road Offa II 2002 (NE Side) 16490 Gate Piers and Boundary Wall to No.5, Salisbury Road Offa II 2002 (NE Side) 1771 Sundial to West of Church of St Giles, Church St (S Offa II 2002 Side) 16486 Railing to Cemetary, Ruabon Road (NW Side) Offa II 2002 14484 Railings to Froecourt, Gwaylod House Overton II 2013 14448 Kew Cottage, Salop Road, Overton Overton II 2013 1741 Bartons Bridge, Knolton Overton II 2002 1728 Telephone Call-Box, High Street (W Side) Overton II 2002 14442 Jubilee Pump, Station Road (N Side) Overton II 2002 14451 Outbuildings Attached at Rear of Fairfield, Salop Road Overton II 2002 (E Side) 14457 Railings and Gates to No 16, 17 and 18 Salop Road (W Overton II 2002 Side) 14472 Poulton Bridge, Cloy Lane, Cloy Overton II 2002 14478 Knolton Mission Church, Knolton Bryn Overton II 2002 14489 Mile Post Adjacent to Trotting Mare Public House Overton II 2002 Ellesmere Road 1843 Central Arcade, Hope Street (N Side) Rhosddu II 2002 17463 Pergola and Gazebo at Darland Hall Rossett II 2002 17456 Cooks Bridge Rossett II 2002 1633 Bryn House, Pen-y-Lan Ruabon II 2013 15722 Lower Moreton Farm Ruabon II 2013 15726 Gate Piers and Gates Beside Front Lodge, Pen-y-Lan Ruabon II 2002 15750 Plunge Pool, Wynnstay Ruabon II 2002 15757 House attached to School Room, Wynnstay Ruabon II 2008 15754 Gates and Gate Piers at Bakers Lodge, Wynnstay Ruabon II 2002 1550 Ruabon Gates, Park Street Ruabon II 2002 1719 Ruabon Railway Station Ruabon II 2002 15693 Mary’s Salon, Church Street Ruabon II 2002 1638 Pickhill Farmhouse Sesswick II 2002 18062 Parkey Farmhouse Sesswick II 2002 18059 Pickhill Bridge Sesswick II 2002 18058 Pum-Rhyd Sesswick II 2013

27 1702 Buck Farm Worthenbury II 2013 19779 Worthenbury Bridge Worthenbury II 2002

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YEAR THREE ACTION PLAN

OBJECTIVE 1: Reduce the Number of Buildings at Risk Property Actions Responsible Department Estate Buildings and Garden Structures Wynnstay, Ruabon • Support the Welsh Historic Gardens Trust in exploring potential Community Wellbeing project and funding options for the site. and Development • Evaluate the significance of the site for potential designation as a Conservation Area. • In discussion with the principal landowner, establish the condition of the Wynnstay column and identify any measures immediately necessary for its proper preservation. • Initiate discussions with the owner of the boat house in relation to its ongoing deterioration. Plas Power, Coedpoeth • Oversee additional urgent works to the estate buildings and Community Wellbeing monitor the effectiveness of all temporary protective measures. and Development Cefn Park, Abenbury • Continue to explore funding options and alternative uses with the Community Wellbeing property owner. and Development Pickhill Old Hall, Sesswick • Explore options for undertaking statutory proceedings in relation Community Wellbeing to the grave condition of the dovecote. and Development Marchwiel Hall, Marchwiel • Continue discussions with the owner to find a sustainable future Community Wellbeing for the estate. and Development

29 Bettisfield Park, Hanmer • Initiate discussions with the property owner in relation to the Community Wellbeing condition of the boundary wall and gateway. and Development Emral Hall, Worthenbury • Initiate discussions with the property owner in relation to the Community Wellbeing condition of the bridge. and Development Domestic Buildings Jones Cottages, Minera • Continue to monitor temporary works and the condition of the Community Wellbeing front boundary wall. and Development • Explore potential for assistance through the Empty Property scheme. Plas Newydd, Ruabon • Explore the potential for dendrochronology sampling with the Community Wellbeing RCAHMW and possible recording work by the Powys and Development Archaeological Trust (CPAT). • Continue to monitor condition and ongoing repairs. Hafod House Farmhouse, • Continue discussions with the owner to determine their intentions Community Wellbeing Esclusham for the proper preservation of the building. and Development Wern Cottages, Minera • Establish contact with the owner. Community Wellbeing • Explore potential for assistance through the Empty Property and Development scheme. Lower Stansty Farmhouse, • Continue to support the efforts of the owner to secure listed Community Wellbeing Gwersylt building consent for the repair and renovation of the property. and Development Trevor Tower Cottage, • Establish contact with the landowner/agent. Community Wellbeing Llangollen Rural and Development Trevor Tower, Llangollen Rural • Establish contact with the landowner/agent. Community Wellbeing and Development Lower Honkley Farm, Rossett • Monitor implementation of Listed Building Consent through Community Wellbeing regular site inspections and Development Pandy Holding, Hanmer • Continue discussions to secure repairs to the building fabric and Community Wellbeing bring the building back into habitable use. and Development

30 Bridge Cottages, Worthenbury • Monitor implementation of Listed Building Consent through Community Wellbeing regular site inspections. and Development Cemetery and Graveyard Structures, Monuments and Memorials All Saints Parish Churchyard, • Continue to support the Open Church Network in their exploration Community Wellbeing Gresford of potential project and funding options. and Development Stone Seat to Huw Morris, • Continue to monitor the condition of the building on an annual Community Wellbeing Ceiriog Ucha basis. and Development Church of St Chad • Continue to support the Open Church Network in their exploration Community Wellbeing Churchyard, Hanmer of potential project and funding options. and Development Parish Church of St Chad • Continue to support the Open Church Network in their exploration Community Wellbeing Churchyard, Holt of potential project and funding options. and Development St Giles Parish Churchyard, • Continue to monitor the condition of the structures on an annual Community Wellbeing Offa basis. and Development

Commercial Properties Dymock Arms, Maelor South • Continue to monitor temporary protection measures and request Community Wellbeing additional works as required. and Development • Monitor implementation of Listed Building Consent through regular site inspections. Agricultural and Ancillary Buildings Shippon at Brunett Farm, • Monitor implementation of Listed Building Consent through Community Wellbeing Bronington regular site inspections. and Development • Request urgent works to secure the condition of the building as required. Field Barn, Er Wallo • Establish contact with the building owner. Community Wellbeing and Development Multi-Purpose Farm Building at • Continue to monitor the condition of the building on an annual Community Wellbeing Tyn-Llwyn Farm, Glyntraian basis. and Development

31 Multi- Purpose Farm Building • Continue discussions with the property owner to secure essential Community Wellbeing at Blackhurst Farm, Maelor repairs to the building fabric and explore options for re-use. and Development South Barn and Shippon at Gelli • Issue maintenance information to the property owner. Community Wellbeing Farm and Development Cow Shed and Adjoining Cart • Continue discussions with land agent to secure necessary repairs Community Wellbeing Shed S of Fodwen and discuss options to address maintenance backlog within the and Development estate generally.

Farm Ranges at Wern Tower • Establish contact with the landowner/agent. Community Wellbeing and Development Allington Farm, Gatehouse • Initiate discussions with the property owner. Industrial Buildings

Atcherley Lime Kilns, Minera • Continue to monitor the condition of the building on an annual Community Wellbeing basis. and Development Vertical Winding Engine • Continue to monitor the condition of the building on an annual Community Wellbeing Engine House, Ruabon basis. and Development Walker Fanhouse, Ruabon • Continue to monitor the condition of the building on an annual Community Wellbeing basis. and Development Fenn’s Moss Peat Processing • Continue to monitor the condition of the building on an annual Community Wellbeing Plant, Bronington basis. and Development Agents House, Brymbo • Based upon the findings of the structural and condition report Community Wellbeing Ironworks, Brymbo (2013), explore funding options for the implementation of and Development/ emergency and urgent works. Assets and Economic • Continue to support the actions of the Brymbo Heritage Group Development Ltd. Former Powder Works, Ceiriog • Establish contact with owner. Community Wellbeing Ucha • Continue to monitor the condition of the building on an annual and Development

32 basis. Former Mine’s Rescue Centre, • Continue to support the efforts of the owner to secure Listed Community Wellbeing Offa Building Consent for the repair and renovation of the property. and Development • Continue to monitor the condition of the property through regular site inspections. Lime Kiln, The Wern, Minera • Determine ownership and initiate discussions with the building Community Wellbeing owner. and Development Brymbo Bottle Chimney • Continue to monitor the condition of the building on an annual Community Wellbeing basis. and Development Llay Hall Colliery Chimney and • Continue to monitor the condition of the building on an annual Community Wellbeing Flue basis. and Development Churches and Chapels Cefn Bychan, Newbridge • Monitor implementation of Listed Building Consent through Community Wellbeing Baptist Chapel, Cefn regular site inspections. and Development Church of St John, • Initiate discussions with the new owner to determine their Community Wellbeing Rhosllanerchrugog intentions for the proper preservation of the building. and Development • Explore options for undertaking statutory proceedings in relation to the deteriorating condition of the built fabric as required. Capel Salem, High Street, • Initiate discussions with the new owner to determine their Community Wellbeing Coedpoeth intentions for the proper preservation of the building. and Development • Continue to monitor the building on a regular basis and request urgent works to ensure the building is sound, secure and weather-tight as necessary. Bridges, Weirs and Milestones Town Reservoir, Chirk • Establish the condition of the structure through scheduled site Community Wellbeing inspection and agree repair and maintenance requirements with and Development the landowner as required.

33 Bridge over Former Railway, • Initiate discussions with the land owner with the view to securing Community Wellbeing Highfield Road, Gwesyllt repairs to the parapet. and Development

East Weir in River Clywedog • Explore options for urgent works and repair with the property Community Wellbeing owner in conjunction with Natural Resources Wales. and Development General Inspection and photographic survey of ‘at risk’ and vulnerable buildings to be undertaken as part of Community Wellbeing monitoring and annual review. and Development

OBJECTIVE 2: Manage Local Authority Historic Assets to an Appropriate Standard Actions Responsible Department Develop Council- wide property database Assets and Economic Development Establish cyclical programme of inspection and maintenance Assets and Economic Development Continue cross-departmental working group meetings to be held on a quarterly basis Assets and Economic Development/ Community Wellbeing and Development/Environment Property Actions Responsible Department Bersham Ironworks, Year 3 actions accord with those as set out in the County Borough Assets and Economic Esclusham Heritage Strategy 2011-2015 as follows: Development • Initiate rolling programme of consolidation and interpretation of archaeological areas. • Complete repairs to the Fettling Shop including re-pointing works, refurbishment of windows and reinstatement of the floor. Wrexham Cemetery, Offa • Initiate urgent works to secure the condition of the cemetery Assets and Economic

34 chapels. Development/ Community • Further actions are subject to the outcome of the Stage 1 Wellbeing and Heritage Lottery Fund bid (expected January 2013). Development/ Environment Plas Kynaston, Cefn • Continue to support the actions of the Welsh Georgian Trust in Community Wellbeing and exploring options for future re-use. Development/ Assets and Economic Development Holt Castle, Holt Year 3 actions accord with those as set out in the County Borough Assets and Economic Heritage Strategy 2011-2015 as follows: Development • Complete landscaping, access and interpretation works. Former Empire Cinema, • Continue to explore options for the disposal of the building. Assets and Economic Rhosddu Development Whitehurst, Chirk • Investigate the condition of the walls to establish the nature Community Wellbeing and and extent of remedial works required. Development/ • Support the WHGT in exploring potential project and funding Housing and Public options for the site. Protection

Former Bersham Colliery, Year 3 actions accord with those as set out in the County Borough Assets and Economic Esclusham Heritage Strategy 2011-2015 as follows: Development/ • Monitor temporary works to ensure that the winding engine Community Wellbeing and house is secure and weather-tight. Development • Further action to develop Museum is subject to the release of funding under the Section 106 Agreement. Milepost Opposite Drive to • Secure repairs and reinstatement. Queens Bridge Sign Post at SW End • Secure repairs and reinstatement. Former Plas Power Colliery, • Condition to be monitored. Assets and Economic Broughton Development Pentre Bychan Crematorium, • Further investigation of the condition is required through a Assets and Economic

35 Esclusham structural survey. Development Bridges • Condition to be monitored. Environment Milestones and Signposts • Implement programme of repair and maintenance as required. Assets and Economic Development

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OBJECTIVE 3: Ensure the Value of the Historic Environment is Appreciated and Understood Actions Responsible Department Develop the Buildings at Risk webpage Community Wellbeing and Development Disseminate maintenance literature through the historic buildings owners’ database, at conservation Community Wellbeing events, through Estate Agents and other relevant bodies. and Development Initiate discussions with owners of vulnerable buildings, in particular those in residential use, in relation to Community Wellbeing specific maintenance issues. and Development Promote maintenance through involvement in national events including Society for the Protection of Community Wellbeing Ancient Buildings (SPAB) National Maintenance Week and Open Doors. and Development Facilitate Traditional Building Skills Training Courses (3 no. sessions to be held during 2014). Assets and Economic Development/ Community Wellbeing and Development Maintain and develop the historic building owner’s database (to include owners of listed buildings and Community Wellbeing buildings in Conservation Areas. and Development Publish and disseminate conservation newsletter through owners database (at least twice per year). Community Wellbeing and Development Listed Building Condition Survey to be undertaken (as commissioned by Cadw) and Condition Database Community Wellbeing to be updated accordingly. and Development

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