Building construction work

Description

Choice Housing Ireland have engaged the services of a suitably experienced and competent main contractor to undertake the multi-element improvement (MEI) works at Ava Street, Ava Drive and Kimberley Street, Belfast. The scheme comprises 18 traditionally constructed 2 and 3 bedroom terrace houses and 5 flats, all providing general needs accommodation. All properties are currently occupied. The Association’s asset management systems have identified the following building components which are falling due for replacement/upgrade. Individual kitchen and bathroom replacements including mechanical ventilation upgrades. Replacement front and rear external doors. External redecoration of all previously painted surfaces, including timber fencing and metal railings. A number of felt roofs and rainwater goods are due to be replaced. M&E works include; individual central heating boiler upgrades, both oil and gas; and rewiring of electrical installations. The initial works duration estimate for the project is 10 weeks.