From:Adrian Neilson
Sent:26 Jun 2014 16:56:21 +0100
To:Christopher Griggs-Trevarthen
Subject:FW: 3648 - Uplands Farm
Dear Chris,
Subject to the recommended condition provided below I am satisfied that the proposals
for residential conversion of the former agricultural buildings at Uplands Farm,
Keynsham preserve the architectural interest of the protected buildings and that consent
should be granted.
Please contact me if you require any further assistance.
Kind regards
Adrian Neilson
Conservation Officer
Bath & North East Somerset Council
[email protected]
From: Adrian Neilson
Sent: 14 March 2014 13:02
To: Christopher Griggs-Trevarthen
Subject: RE: 3648 - Uplands Farm
Dear Chris,
I’ve taken a look at the revised drawings and they look fine. The only remaining issues
that haven’t been addressed are:

the surface finish for external floors – annotation still shows Cotswold chippings.
I suggest that any ref to this is removed and deal with it by condition

the subdivision of the model barn in between the large arches. The original
proposal was for double skin block work but I suggested the introduction of light
weight timber partitions with cavity for sound proofing/insulation
Re the conditions I suggest the following to deal with materials:
•
Prior to the commencement of any works on site samples of all the internal and
external building materials shall be provided for the inspection and approval in writing of
the Local Planning Authority. In the case of the external walling materials the sample
should be provided in the form of in situ panels which are retained on site until the
works are completed. The works shall be carried out in accordance with the approved
detail.
Reason: To safeguard the character and appearance of the listed building.
Kind regards
Adrian Neilson
Conservation Officer
Bath & North East Somerset Council
[email protected]
From: James Cusick [mailto:[email protected]]
Sent: 14 March 2014 11:24
To: Adrian Neilson; Christopher Griggs-Trevarthen
Cc: David Hambly
Subject: 3648 - Uplands Farm
Hi Adrian / Chris,
To follow our meeting on site please find attached revised drawings; I hope that I have covered
everything – except the bat roost drawing (I’ve spoken to our ecologist and this will now follow
this afternoon). If there is anything missing from our conversation then please let us know:
Enclosure in front of plot 1 / porch barn
Rather than propose demolition of the blockwork or rebuilding of the wall anew we have shown
natural rubble stone built against both sides of the blockwork. Site Plan 001C refers.
Porch Barn Entrance Screen
Now amended to show a tall door on the right hand side of the screen (when viewed from the
outside) rather than a central door and fanlight. Drawing D01A refers.
Porch Barn Porch Screen
Double doors removed, two large sheets of glass shown. We’ve checked that these can be
manufactured with the installer and supplier. Drawing D06A refers.
Link Structure External Wall
The external elevation is amended to remove the vertical timbers at third points, the horizontal
battens now run straight across the wall. Drawings 023B & D08A refer.
Timber Specification
We spoke about the use of oak on-site (within the doors, windows, shutters etc) and that we
should not use varnishing/painting/coating of the timber. Our client has concerns about the
blackening of timber, should it not be ‘treated’ which we will allay; the attached pdf
‘discoluration - prevention and cure’ is the best source of information that we can find on the
subject. Drawing 020B is attached which notes the timber specification (i.e. heartwood oak only
with no coatings or treatments).
It is our understanding that the oak will silver over time, but that timber not exposed to direct
sunlight will take longer to bleach or silver. As the breakdown of the timber through bleaching
occurs, and when it is wetted, it is susceptible to mould growth.
We would propose that the oak is left unfinished, but that it will discolour in the ‘short term’
(exact timescales can’t be defined). We will need to power wash the oak periodically until it has
finished its silvering process.
We should also confirm that where we have rooflights these will be ‘conservation’ styled; that is,
set within the plane of the roof, will be black and feature vertical bars only.
If it’s of use, a complete up-to-date set of the drawings and supporting documents (except the
bat report which is to be updated) can be accessed at
https://www.dropbox.com/sh/xajjbn9vncx64up/pmReEwX5UF.
Please let us know if you need anything further.
Kind regards,
James Cusick
Associate