2.2.7
The retention of existing sash windows, wooden doors and roofing
Gateways
materials should be a priority within any refurbishment proposal. Rep lacements should replicate the original, with any new openings
2.2.10
Most of the existing Lurgan backland areas are accessed via a covered
within the building corresponding to the existing fenestration and
arched gateway, which forms an intricate element of a two or three
entrance patterns.
storey main street frontage. This traditional form heightens the pedestrians' impression of discovery, and provides for a sense of
New build proposals
anticipation upon entering throug h the gateways. There are a few
22.8
New development will be required to respect the context of the
examples where th is traditional arched form is not present and an dttempt should be made either to create an archway through a new
traditional backland building form. \t should create an impression of
built frontage or to provide a gated entrance feature.
a solid built form; provide a sense of enclosure to the courtyard; and should have a direct re lationship to the main street frontag e. Impressions of solidity come from the proportion and relationship between solid and void within the elevations. This is of particular concern where proposals may require the creation of shop windows within both new development and the existing buildings. Display windows should not be excessively large but should reflect traditional patterns. 2.2.9
Roofs add to this impression of solidity. With the exception of flat roofed developments, a p itch of at least 30"wi ll be required to ensure appropriate proportions.
