Affordable flats proposed on old tower block site

The new flats are proposed to be build on land off Great Brickkiln Street

Sixteen flats could be built on land that was home to a city's first high rise buildings.

The one-bed flats would be built off Great Brickkiln Street in Wolverhampton, the same land that was previously home to the eight-storey tower block Grange Court.

They would be made available for affordable rent, according to a planning application revealed by City of Wolverhampton Council.

Ten parking spaces would also be provided, and would be accessed from nearby Dale Street.

Grange Court in Dale Street was demolished in 2009

The Grange Court and Wulfruna Court tower blocks opened in 1958, and were Wolverhampton's first high-rises.

They were home to more than 100 flats, and were torn down in 2009.

A statement included with the application said the proposed design took existing trees into consideration, to preserve biodiversity and enhance the natural environment.

"The layout ensures appropriate provision for vehicle parking, minimizes flood risks, and ensures no adverse impact on ecological features or species of importance," it said.

The new three-storey apartment block would be built opposite the historic Eagle Works building, which is being converted into 48 flats.

This news was gathered by the Local Democracy Reporting Service which covers councils and other public service organisations.