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Transforming Blackpool's housing


Blackpool’s urgent housing issues were recognised in March 2022 by government and a working partnership was formed. In March 2024, £90 million from the government and Homes England was awarded to Blackpool. With this money Blackpool Council will create new homes and vibrant neighborhoods in central Blackpool.

Residents need better housing and investment in community facilities, especially in inner Blackpool. This funding will help improve housing, neighborhoods, and life chances.

Consultation and engagement with residents is really important to us, this regeneration can not happen without it.

We will consult with residents regularly, we want you to love where you live and have the housing and facilities you need. One of the first things we need to do is ask some questions about how you live, what you like and what you would like to see improved.

Housing regeneration is a long-term plan it will take at least 15 years. However, rest assured, If your property is in the first phase of development, you will be contacted directly.

Development consultation

Our vision for Blackpool

We aim to create strong, stable, and thriving neighbourhoods. We want to provide access to essential services like healthcare, quality housing, education, and leisure activities.

Old housing will be replaced with modern, comfortable homes designed for Blackpool residents and businesses.


Benefits of the housing regeneration

This initiative promises many benefits of planned housing investment:

  • Social: Modern housing, better health outcomes, reduced homelessness, and lower crime rates
  • Economic: Job creation and economic growth
  • Environmental: Energy-efficient housing and new public spaces

Phase 1 development

The area for the first phase of development will include parts of:

  • Ashton Road
  • Central Drive
  • Chadwick Street
  • Erdington Road
  • Grasmere Road
  • Harrison Street
  • Kent Road
  • Montrose Avenue
  • Princess Street
  • Rigby Road
  • Rydal Avenue
  • Salthouse Avenue

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What's happening

Land information questionnaire

We have recently sent out land information questionnaires (LIQs) to those who own land or property in the area and has a registered title.

We have to undertake an information gathering exercise to learn more about the people and businesses in the area. We have employed a company called Arcadis who will collecting the information on our behalf. This process is known as ‘land referencing’.

By completing the LIQ you will be helping us further consider any impact of this project on you and your community and help us to fully consult with you in the future.

If you need help filling out the LIQ there should have been a factsheet enclosed with it to guide you further. If you still have any questions or need assistance completing your questionnaire you can contact us by:

  • Emailing the land referencing team at housingcentralregen@arcadis.com
  • Calling the Blackpool Council on 01253 447477 - please ask for assistance with completing the land information questionnaire

Please quote your customer reference number at the top of this letter whenever you email or phone the team.

If you have not received an LIQ and you do own land or property within in the area then please do get in touch and we can send an LIQ out to you to fill out.

Valuations

A number of valuation have now taken place on properties within the 1st phase on the central housing regeneration area.

If you would like to have your house valued and have not yet done so or would like to discuss a valuation or offer that has been made to you please email housingcentralregen@arcadis.com

Planning consultation events and questionnaire

We have now launched our questionnaire on both the Blackpool Central Housing Regeneration Area Framework and also Phase one of Blackpool Central Housing Regeneration project and we need your views and thoughts.

You can give those online by following or by attending one of our drop in sessions.

Come to our drop-in sessions to:

  • View and comment on the proposed hybrid planning application for phase 1 before it goes to planning
  • Explore updates to the wider Blackpool Central Housing Regeneration Area Framework
  • Tell us what you’d like your area to look like
  • Ask questions and share ideas about the first phase of works

We are running drop in sessions at the following times:

  • Ibbison Community Centre - 23 September 4.00pm to 6.30pm
  • Revoe Children's Centre - 24 September 9.00am to 11.00am
  • Revoe Library - 26 September 1.00pm to 4.00pm
    Surveys:

Over the next few months, surveys will be carried out in your neighbourhood as part of Phase 1 of Blackpool’s central housing regeneration. These surveys help us understand the local environment better to support future improvement

What you might see

Surveyors wearing high-visibility jackets. They may carry equipment (like cameras) and take photos of buildings—but don’t worry, they won’t need to enter your home.

The surveys will look at:

  • Noise and traffic levels
  • Air quality and the local environment
  • Building condition
  • Local wildlife and ecology

These surveys are being carried out by WSP on behalf of Blackpool Council, and all surveyors will carry ID.

Have questions?
Call: 01253 477477 (Ask for the central housing engagement team)
Email: housingcentralregen@blackpool.gov.uk


Drop in sessions

Got questions or ideas? Have any concerns? Come and talk to us.

We’re holding drop-in sessions in your area. Come meet the team, share your thoughts, and ask anything you’d like about the regeneration plans.

If you live within the central housing regeneration project area and have some specific questions around commercial or residential compensation and acquisition or more general advice and support for property owners, then please book an appointment with a specialist.

Upcoming drop-in dates

Your views matter. Let’s shape the future of central housing regeneration together. 

  • Ibbison Community Centre - 17 February 4.00pm to 6.00pm
  • Revoe Library- 27 February 1.00pm to 3.00pm
  • Ibbison Community Centre - 10 March 9.00am to 7.00pm
  • Revoe Library - 27 March - 1.00pm to 3.00pm
  • Ibbison Community Centre - 7 April 9.00am to 7.00pm
  • Revoe Library - 24 April - 1.00pm to 3.00pm
  • Ibbison Community Centre - 5 May - 9.00am to 7.00pm
  • Revoe Library - 22 May - 1.00pm to 3.00pm
  • Ibbison Community Centre - 9 June - 9.00am to 7.00pm
  • Revoe Library - 26 June - 1.00pm to 3.00pm
  • Ibbison Community Centre - 7 July - 9.00am to 7.00pm

The engagement team will also be at Ibbison Community Centre for general advice and a chat every Tuesday 9.00am to 4.30pm, Thursday 9.00am to 12noon and Friday 9.00am to 1.00pm.


Timescales

Time Activity
March 2025 to 2027

Detailed master planning and preparation of material for planning application(s).

Buying of some houses, sites and land.

Demolition of buildings and site preparation/enabling works

2027 onwards

Redevelopment activity - start on sites and first phase completions of new housing

First new public spaces and green areas along with walking and new cycling infrastructure

Further funding bids collated and submitted

2030 to 2032 ongoing Future phases of redevelopment and intervention activity

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