The former Harris Institute in Avenham Lane Pic: Blog Preston Repairs to the former Harris Institute look set to begin imminently. The update comes as pr
In pictures: Nick Park unveils statue of criminal mastermind Feathers McGraw as Animate launches in PrestonIn pictures: Inside Preston’s new The Arc Cinema at Animate before openingThe update comes as pressure is building for works to begin to preserve historic buildings in the city – as well as securing them properly.
“Certain steps have been taken by the owner, which include remediation works to the party wall, repairing the roof and addressing the water ingress, and eradicating dry rot, the latter takes time to treat and remove.”The council spokesperson continued: “The owner has responded positively and has recently met with the Council to provide an update on the future of the building.
“The Institute appears on our Red list of buildings because of their significance to Preston’s Heritage and what feels at times, an imminent yet completely avoidable demise.
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