Basic Information
- Property: Château de Bénac
- Address: La Pouge, 09000 Bénac, Ariège, France
- Year Built: Before 1948
- Total Surface Area: 800m²
- Property Type: Historic château with dependencies
- Altitude: 565.26m
- GPS Coordinates: Latitude 42.953723 - Longitude 1.526493
Key Systems
Heating System
- Primary: Individual wood boiler (Class 5) with programmer
- Secondary: Electric convectors with programmer
- Hot Water: Wood boiler (Class 4) and electric water heater
Electrical System
- Pre-1949 installation
- Multiple safety issues identified
- Requires significant upgrades
Building Envelope
- 50cm cut stone walls (uninsulated)
- Mixed window types (PVC double-glazing, wood single-glazing, metal frame)
- Uninsulated concrete slab foundation
- Uninsulated ceiling with ventilated attic
Current Condition Summary
Strengths
- Reasonable energy performance (114 kWh/m²/year)
- Low GHG emissions (2 kg éqCO2/m²/year)
- Significant renewable energy usage
- Solid stone construction
Major Concerns
- Electrical safety issues requiring immediate attention
- Presence of asbestos in specific locations
- Lead paint present in 14.6% of tested areas
- Located in moderate seismic zone (Level 3)
Historical Context
Construction History
- Original Construction: Pre-1948
- Traditional stone architecture
- Multiple historical adaptations
- Significant architectural features
Property Evolution
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Original Structure
- Traditional château construction
- Local stone materials
- Period architectural elements
- Historical building techniques
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Historical Modifications
- Various renovation phases
- System modernizations
- Functional adaptations
- Preservation efforts
Cultural Significance
- Regional architectural example
- Historical property status
- Traditional construction methods
- Local heritage value