Crucial fire safety works are set to go ahead at a prominent waterfront apartment block in Cardiff.
Crucial fire safety works are set to go ahead at a prominent waterfront apartment block in Cardiff.
Adventures Quay, in Cardiff Bay, has received permission to redo its outdated cladding over a potential fire risk at the property.
According to planning documents, a fire engineer was appointed to prepare a “comprehensive” FRAEW (fire risk appraisal for external wall) report which outlined deficiencies that need to be brought up to current standards.
The issues identified in the report include insulation that used combustible spandrel panels, insulation with the lowest rating for building materials, other combustible insulation, and “aluminium decorative mullions on spandrel with adhesive bonding”.
The works will be carried out in such a way that allows the building to remain operational throughout the construction period, minimising disruption for residents.
The application reads: “The upgrade of the materials outlined in this document is essential for the long-term safety of the building.
“The design approach is sensitive to the architectural character of the development.”
In addition to the full removal and replacement of the render, cladding and spandrel works, work will also include replacing timber on the balconies.
Internal layouts, doors and window arrangements will remain by any external work the site will undergo.
Originally built in the late 1990s, Adventurers Quay is a gated residential complex containing flats and townhouse properties in Cardiff Bay.
It was built as part of the wider regeneration of the area.
The remedial works will take place on the southern edge of the property.
It is within walking distance of the Cardiff Bay Barrage and Mermaid Quay which consists of retail and restaurant premises.
During the works, site access will remain unchanged from its current state and will continue to operate during the works.
Planning documents read: “Replacing the proposed materials would enhance the visual aspects of the external façade which include giving a renewed look, with durable materials.”

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