Norris Green - The Boot Estate
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Background
The Norris Green 'Boot' estate was built in the 1920's. Of its 2000 homes, 500 around the edge were built of brick; whilst some 1500 in the heart of the estate were built with prefabricated reinforced concrete. These were mostly three bedroomed houses.
These homes were popular when they were first built. However, by the end of the 20th century the prefabricated houses suffered greatly because of a design fault. The concrete used in the 1920's was poor, and created structural defects that were serious enough for them to be classed as "defective dwellings" under the 1985 Housing Act.
Cobalt Housing Association manages the brick built homes on the edge of the estate. These properties have been modernised with major investment from Cobalt Housing. However, it was decided that the defective prefabricated houses that form the major part of the estate should be demolished; and that new homes built to replace them.
The idea to develop a master plan for the Boot estate was first approved in June 1999. This started a major consultation exercise in the area. A number of decisions regarding development proposals have since been taken, including sorting out which residents should be rehoused first.
The rehousing of residents from the first decant area began in October 2000. By the end of March 2011 it is expected that all the remaining residents on th estate will have been
rehoused and the demolition of all the properties will be complete.
Demolition Notice
The law requires us to publish details of intended demolitions. You can download and view the Initial Demolitions Notice![(PDF [891Kb] opens in new window)](/images/PDF.gif)
dated 10th May, 2007.
The New Development Area
New City Vision is one of the partners working with Liverpool City Council to rebuild Norris Green and the area formerly known as The Boot Estate. New City Vision is a property developer, formed as a partnership company between Bishop Loch and Laing O'Rourke. These are both well known house building companies; each has over forty years of experience.
New City Vision's main task is to build quality, affordable housing on time and to budget. This will support the renewal programme for the local area and the community.
By the winter of 2009 New City Vision have successfully constructed 140 social housing units for rent. These are being managed by Cobalt Housing Association, and have sold and legally completed 70 two, three and four-bedroom private for sale houses. These are all within the 1st phase of the 3 phase development. New City Vision continue to market 2 and 3 bedroom private for sale houses from its marketing suite off Utting Avenue East where it has 3 fully furnished show homes which highlight the many features and quality of the houses now being built.
Houses for Sale
In April 2006, New City Vision opened the marketing suite and now have three fully furnished show homes. For further information on the houses at Ellergreen please contact New City Vision on 0151 270 3050 or e-mail mjones@newcityvision.co.uk.
Do you want to know more about a new home at Ellergreen? You should ring the New City Vision Sales team on Tel: 0151 256 0900 or email: tclare@newcityvision.co.uk.
A view to the future - Phases 2 and 3 of the New City Vision Development.
A further 390 homes of varying property types are planned across phase 2 and phase 3. Phase 2 has now commenced and has a range of 2,3 and 4 bedroomed contemporary
and stylish homes for sale. All New Vision homes meet the sustainable code 3 energy saving standard and feature innovative design, focussing on reducing energy consumption
and conserving natural resources. These will include :-ll the new homes will be highly economical to run, helping both the owner's pocket and the environment;
They will be built from more thermally efficient block work which is far more effective at retaining heat than previous houses. This will reduce the costs of heating and cut both fuel bills and carbon emissions;
The larger windows will create a brighter interior, cutting lighting costs;
Dual flush toilets will help reduce water usage saving the environment and saving money too;
Water butts will be included in every garden to help collect rainwater for gardening purposes which will further reduce the demand on the domestic supply.
Together these features have helped Ellergreen's homes to achieve a BRE Energy Savings Homes rating of Sustainable Code 3. This recognises the excellent green credentials of the designs.
Development of the remainder of the estate
The City Council has entered into a partnership arrangement with the developers 'In Partnership' to develop the remainder of the estate. An outline planning consent has been secured in order to facilitate this.
View the Equality Impact Assessment Template - Norris Green Redevelopment ( Former Boot Estate )![(MS Word [64Kb] opens in new window)](/images/Word.gif)
Contacts
Do you have a question on rehousing, demolition, estate or property management? Contact the Alt Valley Neighbourhood Team on Tel:- 0151 233 3018 or Email:- AltvalleyNeighbourhood@liverpool.gov.uk
Ton find out more about the housing development and availability of new homes, visit the New City Vision website.