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New roof needed at historic York shop ‘to prevent collapse’

Tue 4 Oct

A window at 20 Coney Street. Photograph: YorkMix

Tue 4 Oct 2022  @ 7:46am
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A York shop dating from the 16th century needs a new roof after leaks caused significant damage to the interior.

Number 20 Coney Street has been empty since 2020, when Carphone Warehouse moved out.

Since then, gaps in the roof have allowed water in, causing plaster to crumble and timbers to rot.

Number 20 is in the middle of this picture, and formerly home to Carphone Warehouse. Photograph: YorkMix

It is an historically important building.

“The significance of 20 Coney Street and its relationship to the adjoining units 16-18 and 22 cannot be understated given that it is one of the few Grade II* listed buildings on Coney Street and a focal point of the 16th century terrace,” say planning documents.

The aim is to replace structural timbers and the roof, using “reclaimed coverings to match the existing specification and cosmetics,” and make the building water tight.

The water is causing the interior timber to decay. Image: planning documents
A gap in the roof. Image: planning documents
The shop floor. Image: planning documents

“The intent of the works is to prevent collapse, internal dampness, and longevity of the property,” says a report by Blacksons Chartered Building Surveyors.

“The level of decay to the roof structure is believed to compromise the structure’s structural integrity.”

They add: “The proposed works intend to be sympathetic to the character of the existing building and its specific features, relating to its Grade II* status.

“As a result, the proposed structural works and finishes will improve the stability and water tightness of the building while posing minimal or no disruption to the cosmetics of the building shell and character elements.”

You can read more at the planning application portal here.

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