@eamonncanniffe Whatever is happening, the proposals have not been fully disclosed & question whether this will work, even as a temporary measure. The central focus 'crack den' is a little underwhelming
@coredesign_uk@HistoricEngland@thevicsoc The question then would be why it has Listed status in the first place. The principle issue here is that the listing process is severely undermined. What is then the point of listing if it gives no protection?!
@eamonncanniffe@BDonline Whilst there are obviously speculative developments like the Salford scheme in London, it's sad that Planners are seemingly powerless in encouraging more appropriate humane neighbourhood developments. Is it really assumed by developers that this is what the market demands?
@eamonncanniffe This scenario is so quintessentially British! I had assumed that refurb was taking place! So upsetting! Knowing how things go, I hope (at the very least) a commercial compromise can be found soon! Surely someone will recognise & acknowledge its considerable heritage significance!