WHL SURVEYING & ENGINEERING CASE STUDY
Structural Survey – Lindencourt House, Manchester
WHL Surveying & Engineering was appointed to undertake a structural condition survey of Lindencourt House, a Grade II listed mid-19th-century warehouse in central Manchester.
Scope of Work
Constructed in 1855 to the designs of Edward Walters, the building is formed in loadbearing brick masonry with sandstone detailing and arranged over basement and five storeys.
The building retains many original structural features typical of historic warehouse construction, including timber floor structures supported by cast-iron columns and a traditional timber roof structure. The survey reviewed the principal structural elements of the building, including the roof, floors, masonry walls and internal frame, to provide an overview of the building’s structural condition and inform future refurbishment planning.
Findings
The inspection confirmed that the building retains a generally robust structural form consistent with its historic construction. Some areas were identified where further investigation and future intervention may be required as part of a wider refurbishment programme.
Recommendations
WHL provided strategic guidance to support the client team in planning the next stages of refurbishment. This included recommendations for targeted investigations, development of appropriate structural design solutions and engagement with conservation stakeholders to support future Listed Building Consent applications.
Overall, the appraisal provided a clear framework to guide the sensitive repair and long-term management of this historic building.
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