 | Reflections from large windows - non-reflective glass will
be used and will be positioned in such a way which will have a less
reflective impact.
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| Litter problem due to external serving hatch - External
serving hatch is now being omitted from the scheme.
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| Concern over roof detail - Harshness of the roof line will
be softened and the surface will be scabbled. The colour of the stone
will be close to the greyness of the sky. Also greater emphasis will
be given to the curvature of the roof to help it blend in with the
stone walls at each end.
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| Acoustic and emissions from the generators will be of concern
-The use of power will be reduced by implementing sustainable
principles within the building design consequently putting less demand
on the generator. The generator will still be used but positions as
far away as possible from the building users.
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| Lack of winter refuge - Following detailed consultation
with relevant organisations, it was suggested that including winter
refuge within the design would encourage people in trouble to take a
step to far by pushing on to the summit. The BMC and Local Mountain
Rescue Teams have advised that a shelter would cause problems in this
situation.
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| No need for a shop - This option should be available, but
items for sale should be 'appropriate and locally sourced'.
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| There is a need for an Environmental Impact Assessment
This work is currently being undertaken by FPCR, and was always
going to form part of the planning process.
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| Building should be smaller - The first floor will be removed and
the ground floor remains on the footprint. |
Demolition work has started on the building on the summit to clear a
space for the spanking new building that is due and therefore the café is
closed for the rest of the year. Trains meanwhile will terminate at
Clogwyn station at 2500 feet above sea level where temporary toilet
facilities will be available.