This statement is intended to inform industry what will be expected and when.
Work will start shortly on detailed proposals. This will include stakeholder engagement which will lead to a public consultation during 2012 with a view to implementation in 2013.
Matt Jones, director of Tarmaster Jones architects comments…’We are really excited to be project architects for the development of the Aberhod Old hall in rhos on sea. The residential scheme involves the retention of the historic Aberhod building and reintating it back to its original architectural condition,whilst complimenting it with 2 new build houses that will frame the Aberhod as a centrepeice. TJA have worked closely with the local authority planning department to deliver a scheme that is sustainable and that will safeguard the unlisted Aberhod building for the forseeable future. The scheme seeks to build on Rhos’s rich architectural tapestry and will add to the 
ecclectic mix of styles in this are of Rhos’…
TJA are really excited to finally achieve outline planning permission for a residential development just outside Trefnant near Denbigh. It’s taken about four years of hard slog to get this through so its a great relief for our client who is naturally pleased to see their investment materialise.
This is our first scheme designed and approved to meet code level 3 standards since its introduction.
They now intend to actively market the land so please get in touch if you would like more details.
proposed site layout plan
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TJA were proud to see that the CIAT exhibtion in the recent Eco-build event in Londons Excel were exhibiting one of our Eco Designs that we have recently completed.
for more info on this and our other eco projects, please go to the TJA eco centre.
Environment, Sustainability and Housing Minster, Jane Davidson has said there is an urgent need to raise building standards for new housing in Wales.
WAG updates Planning Policy Wales again. Version 4 FEb 2011. Updates/changes reflecting sustainability
In a statement to RibaJ, environment minister Jane Davidson said: ‘I am convinced that improving the way we plan and build is vital if we are to reduce Wales’ carbon footprint and protect the environment for future generations. That is why I have been determined to use the planning system to help move us towards zero carbon buildings, and why I secured transfer of the building regulations to Wales from 2012.’
As its a new year or change of circumstance, you may be considering moving home or even extending and modifying where you live. If its the latter, then you will find this guide very helpful which is an infomative document on all you need to know about extending your home. This sort of project is our expertise so give our office a call and discuss your exciting new project and get your project moving.
New leading sustainable construction methods including zero carbon housing and passivhaus are becoming ever more prevalent. – It is all to forget about the UK’s existing building stock, which is accountable for 27% of the UK’s total carbon emissions.
The government has set ambitious targets for 2050 to reduce CO2 emissions by 80%. This is in addition to increasing legislation and sustainability requirements, such as code for sustainable homes and current building regulations, which is causing architects, developer and building owners issues as to re-addressing the way they design, construct and operate both new and existing buildings.
Both private and public sector homes have begun to utilise low carbon initiatives to improve upon environmental standards. Government initiatives such as CERT and CESP schems (Carbon Emission Reduction Target and Community Energy Saving Programme respectively) have also encouraged households to invest in energy efficient products such as condensing boilers and better insulation.
Although the above schemes are positive, there is still a long way to go. The next step from implementing energy efficient measures is to fully upgrade buildings through sustainable retrofitting.
The retrofitting market is vast and if we are to meet the government’s looming carbon reduction targets something needs to be done and quickly. In addition to ensuring that these buildings are thermally efficient and as a result reducing their impact on the environment, the retrofitting market is also an extremely lucrative industry. Due to the number of homes that are in need of scaling up, the specification of sustainable retrofitting for housing is not only environmentally beneficial, but also highly profitable.
We are currently working with the Parochial Church council to design and build a new link path and gateway plus improvements to the church hall at St Mary’s Church in Conwy. As the new link gate is to be created within the historic castle wall which forms part of the listed curtilage, we needed to jump through hoops to get our clients the necessary approvals in place.
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The project pictured left which has just started on site and will be finished by the end of the year, has recieved funding from WREN.
WREN is a not-for-profit business that helps benefit the lives of people who live close to landfill sites by awarding grants for community, conservation and heritage projects.
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The directors, staff and the members of their regionally based advisory panels are fully committed to enhancing the community environment, natural conservation and heritage aspects of the world in which we live and create a beneficial and lasting legacy for future generations.
To find out more about what WREN does and most importantly how WREN funding might benefit you and your community, please spend a few moments exploring their website by following the link below.
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Maybe they could help fund your project?
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