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Three multi-storey blocks were today reduced to rubble as part of a major regeneration of a Glasgow community.
The controlled explosive blowdown – a joint venture between Dem-Master and Safedem – of the high-rise buildings at Tarfside Oval in Cardonald paves the way for GHA to build new homes on the site.
The housing association is planning a new £5 million development of 50 houses. If given the go ahead, work could begin in late 2016.
A fourth multi-storey on the site at Tarfside Oval is being demolished using an ultra high-reach machine due to the close proximity of nearby homes.
Alex McGuire, Director of Property for GHA’s parent company Wheatley Group, said: “The demolitions will allow us to breathe new life into the community and transform it for future generations. The new homes planned will make a massive difference to the lives of tenants and to the wider neighbourhood.
The decision to demolish all four of the blocks was taken in 2014 following an extensive consultation with the community, including face-to-face visits and surveys. The blocks had become unpopular over the years and expensive to maintain.
Around 340 neighbouring properties were temporarily evacuated to allow the three 22-storey blocks – 60 metres tall – to be safely demolished.
