The body responsible for the protection of Scotland’s historic buildings is considering whether to list a controversial tower block development earmarked for demolition.
THE body responsible for the protection of Scotland’s historic buildings and their heritage is considering whether to list a controversial tower block development earmarked for demolition.is due to make a decision on listed status and if it rules in favour, it could give campaigners fighting the demolition renewed hope.
In Maryhill, Wyndford Residents Union is opposing the demolition of four blocks, 120, 151, 171 and 191, in Wyndford Road, as owners Wheatley Homes Glasgow revealed they areWyndford Estate, Maryhill Buteux was the Scottish Special Housing Association ’s chief technical officer and was responsible for two nearby schools and low-rise buildings on the estate.
Among those objecting was Professor Dunlop. Reacting to the development, he said:"It does not make things more positive as far as we are concerned, but one interpretation could be that the planning officers have read and taken heed of the objections and require Wheatley now to make a formal application to demolish with more detailed information regarding their plans.
Wheatley Homes Glasgow told The Herald previously that tenants in Wyndford overwhelmingly support the plans to demolish these flats and for over £73 million to be invested in their community.
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