LCDI Gate Lodge Refurbishment Stage 2

Primary Objective:
– Material upgrade of the drainage system in the grounds surrounding a grade B listed building
– Laying of paving replacing loose stones to be more in line with the heritage appearance of the building
– Resurfacing of paving etc will facilitate greater disabled access onto the site thus enabling greater accessibility to LCDI services
Secondary Objective:
– Reduce the likelihood of flooding outside the building
– Make the building more accessible for wheelchair and pram users by replacing stones
– Make the building grounds more in-keeping with the heritage site
– Increase the sustainability of the Community Project with the long-term solution to drainage issue
– Create opportunities for new projects to be developed on the site
– Increased visitor numbers to the site
– Increased use of the site by the local community
Potential increase in economic benefit through employment opportunities