Planning has gone in for the demolition of 28-50 Grimwade Street, and erection of 16 residential council flats in 2 four-storey blocks. The flats will be developed by Ipswich Borough Council owned Handford Homes. The design and arrangement of the two blocks are the result of the need to create a safe and secure scheme.
Taken from the planning documents, the design and social advantages offered by a two block approach include:
- Increase physical distance from all boundaries
- Visually open site Grimwade Street
- Central and accessible amenity space between the two buildings
- Southerly aspects to all units
- All units enjoy 3 aspects, allowing maximum natural light into the units
- Daylighting studies show no detrimental impact to surrounding residential properties
- Passive visual security across the site
- 100% parking provision for each unit, including 4 accessible parking spaces
- Layout promotes social cohesion, through shared spaces and access
Ref: 19/01118/FUL
Images: Hoopers Architects
