New council flats in Stamshaw: Have your say at drop-in event tonight

All of the flats, designed with ECD Architects, will be added to the council's social housing portfolio, helping to create much-needed housing and reduce strain on the council's housing waiting list.

The proposal is to redevelop four existing flats which have severe structural issues, making them uneconomical to repair. In their place would go six, one-bedroom, two-person flats and two off-street parking spaces - something the surrounding area lacks.

The plans also show a proposed communal garden area and a commitment to building the flats to Passivhaus standards, like Patey Court and Wilmcote House. This would ensure the flats are highly energy efficient, lowering energy consumption and costs.

Before anything goes ahead though, the council is inviting locals to see and give their feedback on the plans. They've already reached out to hundreds of Stamshaw residents, inviting them to a drop-in event at Stamshaw Junior School this evening (13 May), from 5-7pm.

Here, people can ask questions, see the plans, including what the new flats could look like, and tell the council what they think.

"Getting public feedback for housing projects like this is a key part of the council's process.", says Cllr Darren Sanders, cabinet member for housing and tackling homelessness. He adds:

"We need to keep increasing the number of council homes in our city, but we want to do it with our residents in mind. Building homes that local communities are happy with is paramount, and every bit of feedback we get from this project will help shape what happens next."

Anyone wanting to see the plans and give their feedback can attend the drop-in event next week. Alternatively, they can email Charlie.roberts@portsmouthcc.gov.uk or call 079 0110 0537.

Drop-in session info:

Date: Monday 13 May

Time: 5-7pm

Location: Stamshaw Junior School, Tipner Rd, PO2 8QH