The works at Pont Pengwern are required to address the continued deterioration of the bridge. CCBC requires the strengthening and repair of…

Official description

The works at Pont Pengwern are required to address the continued deterioration of the bridge. CCBC requires the strengthening and repair of Pont Pengwern to maintain its structural integrity and to ensure the important road link is maintained. The proposed works constitute repairs and strengthening of the bridge structure together with the installation of scour protection measures within the river channel beneath. The proposed repair methods considered consist of: 1.Vacuum grouting internal structure 2. Installation of Pattress plates 3. Installation of concrete slab and waterproofing layer 4. Take down and rebuild bulging areas of structure 5. Take down and rebuild parapet walls The proposed works have the potential to affect the character of Pont Pengwern and, as a building of special architectural or historic interest, it therefore requires listed building consent under the terms of the Planning (Listed Building and Conservation Areas) Act 1990 and Historic Environment (Wales) Act 2016