The application consists of the demolition of a single storey

Public-safe works description

The application consists of the demolition of a single storey link building between the main blocks of the school, and the construction of a) an extension, (in its place), to the existing school and b) a new two storey PE hall and ancillary accommodation block to the south of the site (area 1030m2) with external store (area 50m2). The total new build area is 1870m2. The proposed extension (a) is a four story building comprising entrance hall, administration areas, library, classrooms, guidance room, religion suite, art rooms, technical graphics room, ancillary accommodation, and associated external play area, external store and external covered area. The proposed PE Block (b) comprises PE hall, fitness suite, entrance and ancillary accommodation. The new buildings (extension, PE block & store) will be finished in brickwork with pitched membrane roofs and aluminium glazing. The replacement of windows in the existing buildings with new aluminium windows and for recladding the existing buildings in insulated render with mineral paint finish. Existing buildings will be refurbished internally. New fencing, gates and additional planting will be provided to parts of the site perimeter. 34 staff car parking spaces will be provided with new gates and existing entrances onto Marine Road. Five additional temporary single storey classroom units (area approx 225m2) to be located in front of the existing school and one temporary stairs to the front of the building, to assist in the phased construction of the school. All temporary accommodation will be removed upon completion of the project.