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07/09/2012
Belfast Residents Object To Tarmac Plans In Victorian Street
Residents on a Victorian south Belfast street have protested against plans to tarmac the road, which they say is often used by film crews because of its authentic appearance.
Letters arrived at houses in Rugby Road, which are listed buildings, yesterday informing the residents that work to tarmac the road would begin on Monday.
But the residents have written to the roads minister asking for the work to be halted, giving them time for discussion.
Spokeswoman Annie McCartney told the BBC: "Film companies use this area when they come because this is probably the best preserved residential Victorian terrace in Belfast.
"Just with the signature of someone in DRD (Department for Regional Development) they're just going to tarmac it and make it disappear.
"It just doesn't seem fair."
The Roads Service released the following statement: "Due to the deteriorating footway and carriageway in Rugby Road, Roads Service has provisionally programmed work to resurface in the area to minimise the risks to the public of trips and falls and to reduce the ongoing cost of maintenance associated with the repair of the existing defects.
"However, Roads Service are mindful of the aesthetic nature of the area and we propose to keep the granite kerbs. During the recent letter drop to residents, Roads Service has become aware that some residents are concerned the works will be out of character to the area.
"We are therefore more than happy to engage further with residents and/or their representatives before the scheme commences in an effort to address any concerns raised."
(NE)
Letters arrived at houses in Rugby Road, which are listed buildings, yesterday informing the residents that work to tarmac the road would begin on Monday.
But the residents have written to the roads minister asking for the work to be halted, giving them time for discussion.
Spokeswoman Annie McCartney told the BBC: "Film companies use this area when they come because this is probably the best preserved residential Victorian terrace in Belfast.
"Just with the signature of someone in DRD (Department for Regional Development) they're just going to tarmac it and make it disappear.
"It just doesn't seem fair."
The Roads Service released the following statement: "Due to the deteriorating footway and carriageway in Rugby Road, Roads Service has provisionally programmed work to resurface in the area to minimise the risks to the public of trips and falls and to reduce the ongoing cost of maintenance associated with the repair of the existing defects.
"However, Roads Service are mindful of the aesthetic nature of the area and we propose to keep the granite kerbs. During the recent letter drop to residents, Roads Service has become aware that some residents are concerned the works will be out of character to the area.
"We are therefore more than happy to engage further with residents and/or their representatives before the scheme commences in an effort to address any concerns raised."
(NE)
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