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Originally Posted by Less
An example of new build 'shoddy houses', already being knocked down can be seen on the estate near the Church traffic lights. Were they shoddy? I don't know, but I and a few others wondered why it was decided they should be knocked down rather than refurbished rumour has it they are to be replaced by larger detached houses as the area is to get a face lift.
When you consider that they were only built in the seveties it shouldn't have needed to much imagination or cash to bring them up to a decent standard for lower priced rented accomodation or first time buyers.
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The decision must have come down to cost and the life expectancy of the housing after they were refurbished.