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Clapham Court tower block in Gloucester to be demolished within six months
Overview
Gloucester's only residential tower block, Clapham Court on Alvin Street, is set to be demolished within six months and replaced with 34 new affordable homes. Gloucester City Homes (GCH) plans to begin construction within 12 months after receiving planning permission following an earlier refusal in 2024.
Key points
- Clapham Court, built in 1963, consists of 80 one-bed flats and is facing demolition due to high maintenance costs and changing housing demands.
- The 11-storey tower will be replaced by two six-storey buildings comprising 34 homes (13 houses and 21 flats).
- Demolition will occur piece by piece over the next four to six months, preceded by internal stripping and asbestos removal.
- GCH hopes to appoint a contractor and start building the new properties within 12 months.
- All 80 former residents have been relocated or are being assisted in finding suitable alternative housing.