Retrofit of traditional buildings - what to consider when planning for the future
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Core Supplement
Abstract
Provides guidance on retrofitting traditional historic buildings. Looks at how to achieve a responsible retrofit - the 'whole building approach', challenges of retrofitting traditional buildings, monitoring, maintenance, learning and continuous improvement. Also contains checklists, guidelines for renewable energy installations, and building case studies, as reference tools to encourage sensitive retrofit.
Subjects
- Building types
- Legal issues and management
- Building maintenance
- Special subject areas
- Environmental issues/energy
- Energy efficiency/Energy Management
- Historic buildings
- Refurbishment
Publisher History
The Department for Communities (DFC) is one of nine Northern Ireland departments, which has strategic responsibility for equality, anti-poverty, sports, arts and culture, languages, finding employment, historic environment, housing, regeneration, benefits and pensions, community and voluntary sector development, social legislation and child support. Previously known as Department for Social Development; Department of Employment and Learning; Department of Enterprise, Trade and Investment; Department of the Environment for Northern Ireland; Department of Culture, Arts and Leisure; and the Office of the First Minister and deputy First Minister.
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NBS
NBS has produced specification systems and information products for construction industry professionals for more than 40 years. The National Building Specification is the recognised UK national standard and is used by over 5,000 organisations. NBS is part of RIBA Enterprises Ltd.
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