Glasgow Housing Problems Flashcards
What happened to the community spirit in inner city areas?
The close-knit community spirit was destroyed due to families having little say in where they were moving.
What did planners fail to include in new developments?
Planners did not include shops, pubs, cinemas, and community buildings, leading to few workplaces.
How did the lack of transportation affect residents?
People without cars felt isolated in their new areas.
What was the public perception of the new estates?
People did not appreciate their new areas, causing the estates to become run down and gain a reputation for crime.
What was the consequence of families leaving the estates?
Houses were left empty and became prone to vandalism.
What contributed to the spread of dampness in buildings?
Dampness quickly spread from the flat roofs, made worse by poor materials and neglect.
How did families feel living on upper floors?
Families often felt detached and isolated when living on upper floors.
What issues did families face with lifts?
Sometimes lifts would be out of action or vandalised, leading some families to refuse to live there and move out.
What problems arose from empty flats?
Empty flats attracted squatters and drug dealers, making areas feel unsafe.
What new features are included in the new tenement style housing?
Security entry and off street parking.
What happened to high rise flats?
They were either demolished or upgraded due to damp antisocial conditions.
What impact have increased house prices had on original residents?
They have priced original residents out of the market.
What was the architectural approach of new houses?
New houses were architecturally designed with some representing the area’s heritage.
What effect did the new houses have on the area’s demographics?
This attracted people with a higher income to move to the area, increasing the social and economic mix.
What is the purpose of public art in housing?
Public art has been used to help improve the attractiveness of the area.
What has been built for local people?
Improved amenities.
For example, The Legacy Hub is a new and improved community centre.
What services does The Legacy Hub include?
Everyday services such as a dentist and a café.
What do housing associations receive to build more affordable housing?
Housing associations receive government grants.
What is the purpose of the grants received by housing associations?
The purpose is to build more affordable housing.
What was the purpose of building new energy efficient homes?
To lower energy bills.
What is the effect of energy efficient homes on cost of living?
It lowers the cost of living and makes bills more affordable.
Can you give an example of an energy efficient housing project?
The Athletes Village in Dalmarnock.
