That could well be, but no one has taken any opportunity in the four years since it closed, wait another four years or more? The views expressed in my posts are not necessarily mine.
They must have been quite popular though, as the development was only finished recently and as far as I can see there's only one unit currently available (and that's only to rent).
I probably would, yeah. But I'd like to see councils be more proactive so things don't sit there idle. There are examples of quality developments out there with the willingness and cooperation. I know that the empty office spaces near there were put to use as creative spaces. Dance studios etc. Also wealth comes from assets. Councils are probably only going to get less from central government. They really should be thinking about building their assets to generate wealth. But I could also be talking out of my arse.
With the black bathroom fittings and grey laminate floors. Black bathroom fittings in a hard water area sounds like a lot of cleaning.
No. Any retro fit will have to comply to 2025 building regs in terms of acoustic & enviromental performance
There's some high end property in town now and some great repurposing, my brother is working on converting Europa House into the Monocle. But the old Thornton Varley's can't really be expensive apartments can it, wrong location and no parking. It won't be done poorly but I expect it to be aimed at more affordable apartments, which will still be better than left empty.
If it's left another four years, or more, they could end up renaming it Circus Circus. The views expressed in my posts are not necessarily mine.
They usually do. Problem with these types of developments seems to be after there have been 3 or 4 subsequent conversions that are shinier and newer. Then it's just a shoe box with dated fittings.
I'm not talking about high end. I'm talking about making the best use of the space and unfortunately there seems to be a lack of imagination from those in a position to do something with it. I live in town and I have for the best part of 20 years. I want to continue living here but it's difficult to find quality and affordable housing for someone with growing kids. It's only my opinion, but I think families would add a lot to bringing life to the city centre. I'm watching the development of the east bank. I do hope they offer more than just shoebox flats.
Take your point but not sure city centre is the best place for families with young children. No gardens or green spaces, safety could be an issue and would 3/4 bed houses be affordable for many? Doubt it unless govt steps in and actually funds affordable housing.
There are actually plenty enough green spaces within walking distance and there is housing with gardens. At least more of a garden then you find in most new builds in any neighborhood. I just think this country seems to struggle to get it's head around city centre living. I'd much rather bring my kids up here than Kingswood.
the problem will be ensuring every flat has access to natural light….shops tend to have a limited frontage & a very deep back with artificial lighting….not suited to apartments at all. Each flat will have to be a tunnel !!! ***edit I have some how managed to reply to myself
Great news folks, there’s a new Turkish barbers just opened opposite Gardeners Arms on Cott Rd. You can never have enough Turkish barbers.
Some on here don't need a barber, mophead Rover's barbers work in shifts. The views expressed in my posts are not necessarily mine.
I'm actually due a cut now, i'll have to give my cutter a ring and get her to come round. No going to a shop for me.
I'll save you a few quid and cut it for you. The views expressed in my posts are not necessarily mine.
