€50,000 for works to historic Carlingford Church
Louth County Council has received funding to carry out works to the former Presbyterian Church in Carlingford
Louth County Council has received €50,000 to carry out works to the former Carlingford Presbyterian Church.
The church, which was built in 1869 is located on the Newry Road in Carlingford.
The funding was announced by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, and will be used for re-slating the church's roof and ancillary lead repair.
It comes as part of a wider funding announcement of €4.42 million under the Historic Structures fund.
Following the announcement of the funding, Minister James Browne said:
“The award of funding under the Historic Structures Fund is a demonstration of our commitment to preserving and enhancing Ireland’s architectural legacy.
“Along with the Built Heritage Investment Scheme, this Government is continuing its commitment to safeguard our built heritage, keeping many buildings in use and helping to bring many others back into use.
“The funding also supports the survival of the skills and expertise needed to maintain our built heritage and this will also have an economic benefit by generating employment for heritage contractors and other skilled crafts and tradespeople across the country.”
Minister of State for Nature, Heritage and Biodiversity, Christopher O'Sullivan said the grant can be the difference between a building falling into disrepair.
“Communities across the country know the value of our built heritage, and many of them dedicate their time, passion and expertise to ensuring their protection.
This grant can make the difference between a cherished heritage building falling into disrepair or being restored and valued as part of a thriving streetscape. I know this funding will have a huge impact around the country and I look forward to seeing the results for myself over the coming months and years,” he said.
This scheme operates on a match-funding basis with owners and custodians of historic buildings obliged to contribute towards the final cost of works.
Funded by the Local Democracy Reporting Scheme.