Z103 Swanleys Planned Capital Works | Westminster City Council

Current status

Initial planning

Deciding the scope of the works.

Project design and approval

Finalising the project specification, budget and programme.

Onsite

Work starts: TBC

Work ends: TBC

Completion

End of works and the defects process.

Project details

Click on the block below for a summary of the planned work items.

Swanleys

Work Element	Description of Works
Work Element Access Required	Description of Works Work at height will be required to complete window and roof renewal and repair works and external brickwork/pointing repairs. Scaffolding will be required. Access will also be required into the property to undertake a number of the works elements described.
Work Element Roof Replacement - main flat roof	Description of Works The existing deck is to be retained, with the current waterproofing system stripped off and replaced with the Bauder Total Plus Roof System. Insulation is to be upgraded to meet current regulations. New Bauder refurbishment outlets, compatible with the new waterproofing system and existing drainage pipework, are to be installed. The renewal works are to include all necessary adjustments to roof falls, alterations, and creation of compliant upstands, roofing details, junctions, termination bars, flashings, outlets, grilles, and related decorations. Insulation is to be enhanced to comply with current standards. The Lightning conductor system is to be reinstated upon completion of works, using Bauder conductor pads. All cables and services are to be maintained throughout the project, secured in cable runs, and reinstated upon completion of the works.
Work Element Lift room roof, and boiler room roof	Description of Works The existing deck is to be retained, with the current waterproofing system stripped off and replaced with the Bauder Total Plus Roof System. Insulation is to be upgraded to meet current regulations. New Bauder refurbishment outlets, compatible with the new waterproofing system and existing drainage pipework, are to be installed. The renewal works are to include all necessary adjustments to roof falls, alterations, and creation of compliant upstands, roofing details, junctions, termination bars, flashings, outlets, grilles, and related decorations. Insulation is to be enhanced to comply with current standards. The Lightning conductor system is to be reinstated upon completion of works, using Bauder conductor pads. All cables and services are to be maintained throughout the project, secured in cable runs, and reinstated upon completion of the works.
Work Element Asphalt Walkways	Description of Works The existing deck is to be reused. The existing waterproofing system is to be overlaid using the Bauder LiquiTEC Balcony & Walkway System or equivalent.
Work Element Data cables/Telecom equipment/Aerials	Description of Works Disconnect the telecom equipment and reinstate on completion of the re-roofing works. Tidy and provide new metal powder coated containment. Remove redundant cabling.
Work Element Brickwork & repointing	Description of Works Clean the brickwork to remove organic material. Repairs to damaged and delaminated bricks. Rake out and carry out repointing.
Work Element Wall Cladding - Terrace	Description of Works Replace damaged tiles, carry out overhaul to all areas, redecorate all the cladded areas.
Work Element Rainwater Pipes	Description of Works Carry out overhaul and redecoration to the existing rainwater pipes. Install downpipes to collect discharge from enclosed balcony roof outlets.
Work Element Main windows and glazing	Description of Works Front & Rear Elevation terrace level main window: Replacement of existing single glazed windows with powder coated aluminium double-glazed windows. Replacement of fittings and fixtures, ironmongery, and other hardware associated with the new windows being installed. Lead flashings to window frames to vertically tiled elevations to be renewed on installation of new windows. Balcony sliding doors: Replace the existing single glazed sliding doors with powder coated aluminium double-glazed sliding doors. Replace all fittings & fixtures, ironmongery, and other hardware associated with the new doors being installed. Enclosed balcony windows: Replace the existing single glazed patio windows with powder coated aluminium double-glazed option. Replace all fittings & fixtures, ironmongery, and other hardware associated with the new windows being installed.
Work Element Communal Windows	Description of Works Main Entrance: Repair/overhaul the current single-glazed aluminium-framed communal windows above the main centrally located entrance. Replace all fittings & fixtures, ironmongery, and other hardware associated if broken/if required. East side entrance /rubbish chute rooms: Repair overhaul the existing single-glazed aluminium-framed communal windows above the east entrance and rubbish chute rooms. Replace all fittings & fixtures, ironmongery, and other hardware associated if broken/if required. Rear stairwell: Repair/overhaul the single-glazed aluminium-framed communal windows in the rear stairwell area. Replace all fittings & fixtures, ironmongery, and other hardware if required.
Work Element Internal Decorations	Description of Works Ceilings: Prepare and redecorate all previously painted surfaces. Metalworks, Railings, Balustrades, Handrails: Thoroughly prepare and redecorate all previously painted metalwork. Flooring: Replacing the existing carpet with a suitable option. Carryout general cleaning, repairs, resealing (where required and where applicable) redecorations of the existing flooring and skirting (all areas). Timber decorations (service riser doors, communal doors/screens, Lift motor room hatch). Prepare the surface and redecorate all previously decorated timber surfaces.
Work Element External Decorations	Description of Works Redecorate the communal entrance door (east entrance) and main entrance (central staircase). Redecorate all previously painted metal surfaces (near the communal doors, external walkway adjoining to the footpath, metal gates on the west side. Clean and redecorate balcony protection/standing screens and passageway screens (located on alternate floors).
Work Element Balcony repairs	Description of Works Carryout repairs to the existing balcony surfaces. Clean and redecorate balcony standing protection screens and passageway screens located on alternate floors.
Work Element Tread Nosings	Description of Works Location: Central communal staircase, Fire Escape staircase (east side), Communal Entrance steps.Form contrast nosings to all treads.
Work Element Communal Ventilation	Description of Works Conduct CCTV survey of the existing ventilation system, removal and disposal of the existing fan units. Clean the internal ductwork within flats as well as the at roof level. Install new MEV fan units with variable speed and new metal ductwork. Apply thermal insulation, bird protection and new dwelling grilles. Upgrade the power distribution system.
Work Element Maintaining the existing building services	Description of Works Maintain the building services systems during the duration of the contract. Where services may not be operational for a period, prior notice shall be given.
Work Element Sustainability	Description of Works Service provider to prioritize sustainability throughout the project by employing energy-efficient technologies and environmentally friendly practices. Using low carbon roofing insulation to be specified by Bauder.

Published: 4 March 2025

Last updated: 8 April 2025