Case studies

Innovation in local government is about improving the lives of the people in our communities. Browse through our case studies to see the many innovative programmes councils are involved in.

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Design collaboration for community-led housing in an urban context

Bringing together architects and community-led housing groups to develop innovative design solutions for difficult urban sites for community-led affordable housing.

Journey towards Net Zero – space and water heating solutions for North Tyneside’s new build affordable homes

Evaluation of potential heating and hot water generation strategies for a range of new-build developments to be constructed in the next 10 years.

Ensuring safe housing: facilitating the relocation of tenants affected by Large Panel System building safety concerns

This case study explores the facilitation of the relocation of tenants affected by Large Panel System building safety concerns at a social housing estate which comprised of a tower block with over 120 homes.

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Portsmouth City Council: Large Panel System case study

This case study explores how Portsmouth City Council were able to deliver the demolition of Horatia House and Leamington House, which were two 18-storey blocks constructed using Large Panel Systems.

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Rugby Borough Council: Large Panel Systems case study

This case study explores how Rugby Borough Council were able to deliver the demolition and re-development of five 11-story tower blocks that were all constructed using Large Panel Systems (LPS).

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Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council: Large Panel Systems case study

This case study explores how Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council were able retain their two remaining tower blocks that were constructed using Large Panel Systems (LPS). The council’s strong internal high-rise building safety team and engagement with external industry experts have led to the council managing and retaining the two remaining LPS tower blocks rather than pursuing demolition.

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Southwark Council: Large Panel Systems case study

A case study focusing on how Southwark Council took action on four Large Panel System buildings in their estate, and ensured residents were engaged and informed throughout this process.

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Exploring whether to set up a Local Authority Housing Company

Broxbourne Borough Council commissioned consultants to develop an outline business case for the establishment of a local authority housing company to deliver new council housing.