St. Flannan’s Cathedral in Killaloe has been awarded €114,600 under this year’s Historic Structures Fund (HSF) for repair and protection works.
The awarded funding will go towards phase four of extensive conservation works on the 13th century cathedral and focus on the repair and re-slating of the North Transept.
The funding recipients will benefit from the preservation of their historic structures, ensuring their long-term sustainability and usability. From providing safe and restored residential homes to supporting vital services like supported accommodation, these projects will have a lasting impact on their communities.
Operated on a match-funding basis, the HSF promotes the investment of private capital into the preservation and rejuvenation of our architectural heritage. In addition to the €3.5m of HSF funding committed today, it is estimated that grantees will invest a further €7.6m on these projects, which will support the work of traditional craftspeople while bringing many of our landmark buildings back to their former glory.
Announcing the list of successful projects, Minister of State for Nature, Heritage and Biodiversity, Christopher O’Sullivan, TD said: “I am delighted to welcome this funding to protect landmark buildings all over the Country, which will enhance the character and amenity of the communities concerned. The works funded will secure the integrity of these sites for the enjoyment of future generations, and enhance the sustainability of local economies with great benefits for employment, tourism, and the environment.”
Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, James Browne TD, said: “I am delighted to see this fresh round of HSF grants, which will enhance the character and amenity of our cities, towns, villages, and countryside. I am particularly heartened to see disused historic buildings being given a new lease of life meeting the needs of communities across the country.”
Minister of State with responsibility for Local Government and Planning, John Cummins TD, said: “The success of the Historic Structures Fund is a result of the close working relationship between the Department and the Local Authorities, particularly the Architectural Conservation Officers, Heritage Officers and planning and administrative staff at local level who make these schemes possible and help ensure that these structures are maintained and restored for the benefit of their communities and for future generations.”