HLF Stage One Pass for George St Chapel

At their meeting on 2nd December, 2010 the NW- HLF approved a Stage One pass for the George Street Chapel. Oldham.
The award was for £699,300 towards the adaptation and conservation repairs of the Grade 2* former Independent Methodist Chapel, which has been empty since closing in 1990.
We have provided advice and guidance to the owners, Age Concern Oldham and updated the Conservation Plan and survey information.
A Planning Application and Listed Building Consent application are currently being appraised.
Following preparation of a Stage 2 submission we hope work will begin on repairing the building by the summer of 2011.