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Cob Surveys in Cornwall
Our Cob Surveys will provide you with all the facts you need to make an informed decision about the future of your cob wall/s. It contains detailed information emphasising current condition considerations and reasoning, respective exploration and a panoramic assessment. An advisory statement will identify areas of concern, at risk and/or deserved of especial attention.
Conclusively, a justification narrative may summarise supportive rationale to endorse preservation and/or conservation of historic fabric/s in accordance with the (Revised) National Planning Policy framework 2018 and the Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990.
Leslie Cornell Snr has over 20 years of experience in all aspects of cob in construction and remains an active practitioner. Having accumulated a wealth of knowledge from practise, investigations and continued research you can understand why Leslie is considered to be The Cob Specialist.
Recognised by the Institute of Historic Building Conservation (IHBC) for his extensive experience with cob, reflects how essential it is to not only possess a comprehensive understanding of historic building mediums and techniques but to influence and shepherd good practice and guidance.
Ongoing CPD demonstrates a non-complacent stance and displays a dedication to continual study of peripheral awareness, interpretation and appreciation. This allows Leslie to offer a holistic approach, encompassing regulatory directives as well as current legislation.
Recent years has seen Leslie actively involved with the co-foundership of Earth Building UK, an association established to foster the conservation, understanding and development of earth building in the UK. Being Cornwall’s only representative at the inauguration of this organisation, which has now achieved charitable status, reflects Leslie’s enthusiasm and commitment to the preservation of our historic environment.
In addition, Leslie founded The Cornish Cob Society. Despite its infancy as a widely recognised body, it is projected to be an information hub and interactive forum whereby anyone can share, discuss or comment on earth built structures within the County.
For all your cob survey requirements or queries, please visit our cob specialist contact details page.