Wednesday 9 November 2011

Business update

Well the company website is coming along. Why not pay us a visit at www.atriarcgroup.com

Whilst the web pages are still under development, if you have any comments or queries on content please do not hesitate to contact me on wayne@atriarcgroup.com

In terms of my own development projects; it has been a busy few weeks with work progressing slowly. After removing the existing barn floor for barn 1, it became apparent that the footing levels were limited to some elevations. Not to worry though, the barn structure has been standing for around a hundred years and has yet to move; subject to stepping the internal floor levels, this minor set back shouldn't delay the project too long (subject to an engineers review). Hopefully within the next few weeks a new floor can be laid and building work can formally commence on site.

Prior to building works commencing we are required under the planning permission to install a new passing bay on the road leading to the site. A survey was undertaken about two weeks back and engineers are currently reviewing the build specs prior to submitting the information to the Local Planning Authority. On receipt of the proposed plans the Section 278 'Highways' Agreement can be signed off and the passing bay constructed. This will formally allow for build works to commence on site. In the interim, minor alterations are also being undertaken to cut back a hedge near to the main road, which in theory has implemented the planning permission (as a planning condition was placed on the permission requiring the works to be undertaken as part of the development).

Now comes the fun part, what to do with the internal layouts and fittings? Time to hit the shops and draft up a series of design boards covering internal fixtures and fittings, a lighting scheme and electrical plan detailing the location of sockets and electrical goods. Wifi? Built in MP3 speakers? Lots to choose from. Draft plans to be uploaded soon. Any queries, let me know, Wayne