95 complex rabbit warren with steep , winding staircases and numerous spaces of different shapes and sizes .
The challenges for those now in the early stages of rescuing the building have been intensified by the structure ’ s derelict state after almost two decades of disuse .
Council leader Rob Stewart said : “ The Palace was in a terrible state and could have been lost to Swansea . It was dilapidated after years of being in private hands ; we rescued it when we purchased the building for the people of Swansea .”
Council cabinet member Robert Francis-Davies said : “ We ’ re striving to restore and retain key features and to make the Palace an important location for the city ’ s ongoing £ 1bn regeneration and exciting future .”
R & M Williams contracts manager Simeon Reed said : “ Due to the Palace ’ s age and poor condition , we ’ re encountering many challenges as we make good progress . Once the work ’ s complete , the city will have a building that ’ ll be a dynamic focal point for a regenerated area .”
GWP Architecture director Richard Townend said : “ We look forward to seeing specialist conservation trades - including roofers , lead workers , metal workers , joiners and plasterers - using their knowledge and experience to create and restore key aspects of the Palace Theatre building .”
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