Working together for a brighter Slough tomorrow
People 1st (Slough) wants to hear residents views on proposals to modernise council housing in Britwell, and have invited them to an exhibition to find out more on Wednesday, July 25 at 6pm.
A programme of improvement works is being developed in conjunction with tenants/leaseholders after People 1st wrote to each of them about the proposal. The responses received will be used to identify priorities for improvements.
The design options, which will be displayed on the night, will transform the look of Slough council flats, creating inviting places to live. All materials and finishes will be long-lasting, underlining a strong commitment to value for money.
The flats included in the modernisation project include:
* Odencroft and Bromycroft Flats
* Travic Road Flats
* Perryman Way Flats
* Lynch Hill Lane Flats
* Monksfield Way (numbers 12 to 17)
* Furzen Close (numbers three to 25)
* Eyre Green
Andrew Billany, chief executive for People 1st (Slough), said: “We want tenants and leaseholders to be fully involved and engaged in this project, and we will update them and keep them involved at every stage. It’s important that they take ownership for how their new homes and surrounding areas should look.”
“It will be essential to meet the aspirations of all residents - tenants and leaseholders alike. The determination to embed value for money throughout will mean that maintenance costs will be kept as low as possible.”
Chair of the People 1st (Slough) Board, Sue Morris, added: “We want to create an environment that tenants will feel proud to be part of. This modernisation project is about creating improved homes, improved neighbourhoods and improved quality of life.”
Cllr Tony Haines, commissioner for housing, said: “The modernisation project will give residents the chance to say how they would like to see their community look.
“Their opinions are vital to the success of this project.”
During the evening, residents will be shown various options and colour schemes for the buildings and asked to select their preferred choice.
Britwell tenants and leaseholders can contact the decent homes team on 01753 474030 for further information on the open evening.
Slough Borough Council