Lozells, Birmingham- Housing

Question 1

Name the 1960’s tower that was demolished

Answer 1

Clyde Tower

Question 2

What were the problems with 1960’s tower blocks?

Answer 2

Poor quality, let cold in, lifts were often broken

Question 3

How much did the government provide to Birmingham City Council to redevelop Lozells?

Answer 3

£53 million

Question 4

What was the name of the programme used to redevelop Lozells?

Answer 4

Urban Living Programme

Question 5

What type of housing was gotten rid of?

Answer 5

Flats

Question 6

What type of housing have flats been replaced with?

Answer 6

Family homes

Question 7

What do the new homes have?

Answer 7

Double glazing, solar panels

Question 8

Why do the new homes have double glazing?

Answer 8

Keep warmth in the homes, reduce bills

Question 9

Name a newly developed road

Answer 9

Button Close

Question 10

How many beds do the new homes have?

Answer 10

2-4

Question 11

What type of houses were converted back into family homes?

Answer 11

Houses of multiple occupation

Question 12

Why are there more family homes?

Answer 12

To bring families into the community