Architectural Conservation Guidance and Publications

The information below contains the basic principles of conservation and restoration. Knowledge of our architectural heritage leads to increased awareness of its value.

Advice Series for Owners of Traditionally Built Buildings

In August 2007, the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government launched a new advice series for owners of traditionally built buildings.

The Advice Series will continue with further publications. A guide to the repair of thatched roofs is currently in preparation in collaboration with Fingal County Council. Among the topics to be addressed in future publications are the repair of slate roofs, the repair of historic ironwork and the care of decorative finishes.

The publications in this series are available to download below.

Architectural Survey and Assessment of a Protected Structure

Guidelines for Works in Architectural Conservation Areas

Bricks - a guide to the repair of historic brickwork (2009)

Iron - the repair of wrought and cast ironwork (2009)

Paving - The Conservation of Historic Ground Surfaces (2015)

Roofs - a guide to the repair of historic roofs (2010)

Ruins - the conservation repair of masonry ruins (2010)

Thatch - A Guide-to the Repair of Thatched Roofs (2015)

Energy Efficiency in Traditional Buildings (2010)

Improving the Accessibility of Historic Buildings and Places (2011)

Maintenance - A Guide to the Care of Older Buildings (2007)

The Care of Stained Glass Section 1-2