Decision details

On 11th July 2017, a report to Cabinet (New Build Council Housing) approved the council to proceed with new build schemes. The Director of Neighbourhood Services & Resources (Subsequently the responsibility of the Director of Economic Growth) was given delegated powers to proceed with additional new build schemes for affordable rent using the investment fund allocation (£17.7m).

Following a serious incident a block of 4 apartments suffered extensive damage and became structurally unsound. It was deemed the most cost effective and efficient option was to demolish and reinstate with two family houses using funding from the Council’s insurance policy with the shortfall being supported by the investment fund.

Implementation date of 15 January 2019.

Approve the site for demolition and new build in order to provide affordable housing, in an area where there is demand for this type of housing.

The option of extensive remedial work was considered but not found to be a cost effective solution, particularly given the age of the buildings and that demand for housing is much higher than apartments in this location.