Devenport Flashcards
(27 cards)
Devenport regeneration
Has been in progress since 2007
How many new homes were built
464
Park restoration
150 year old park rebuilt with £5.3 million funding
Wall demolition
3 metre high wall removed, reconnecting the community
Extra care flats
42 flats built for residents needing extra care
Housing improvement
1100 people rehomed in better conditions
Marked restoration funding
£700,000 allocated for clock tower restoration
How have transport links changed
They have improved, enhancing city accessibility
Employment opportunities
70 - 80 daily workers and 10 apprenticeships were created
House price increase
House prices rose by 20% in 2017
Affordable housing
New developments included affordable housing options
Environmental benefits
Increased pedestrianisation reduces traffic pollution
Sustainable materials
All new houses constructed using sustainable materials
Community reunification
Demolition of wall increases community reunification
Economic growth
Devonports economy improved with better transport links
Regeneration phases
Project delivered in 13 phases over 10 years
Kickstart programme
£2.8 million funding from governments kickstart programme
Vision scheme
Final scheme includes 1-4 bedroom homes
Historical context
Site damaged in WW2, leading to issue within the community
Social issues
High unemployment and poor quality housing before
Economic struggles
Plymouth faced high demand for economic aid
Environmental challenges
Sites history included a destructive wartime past
Deprivation issues
crime, poor health and a lack of education
Transport issues
Poor connection with open spaces highlighted the need for new links
