Previous cinema demolition delayed after new discover
The demolition of a former cinema and bingo corridor has been delayed after a brand new discovery.
In a latest weblog submit, Tom Renhard, cupboard member for housing, stated demolition works had been as a result of begin the week commencing December 19.
However Bristol Metropolis Council says demolition of the 84-year-old constructing on Filwood Broadway in Knowle West just isn’t as a result of begin till the brand new 12 months.
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It says the explanation for the delay is because of asbestos – which was thought to have been eliminated – being discovered.
A council spokesperson stated: “Wring Group Ltd, who will perform the demolition, have accomplished an asbestos survey together with some further work inside the cinema. The survey highlighted additional finds of asbestos which should be eliminated earlier than demolition begins.”
They added: “From January 3, Wring Group Ltd will start their website setup and preparation upfront of the asbestos removing work. The bodily demolition is because of start in late February and be accomplished by early Might.”
The previous cinema on Filwood Broadway in Knowle West just isn’t set to be demolished till Might 2023 – however some locals need the demolition stopped – picture: Nick Haskins
The Broadway Cinema opened in 1938 and was transformed right into a bingo corridor in 1971, however has grow to be derelict since closing within the Nineties.
Demolition of the constructing – which is related to a row of and flats – was accepted in 2019, with work beginning in 2021.
However the challenge has been blighted by delays, with the earlier contractor pulling out as a result of social gathering wall points.
The council submitted a planning software in July to exchange the positioning with a housing-led improvement, and a choice is anticipated is anticipated within the coming months.
However there’s a marketing campaign to save the previous cinema, with one campaigner dedicated to doing “no matter it takes” to reserve it.
If profitable, the demolition will comply with that of the swimming baths on Filwood Broadway in 2005, and the library on the road may be demolished whether it is relocated.
Charlie Watts is reporting on Knowle West as a part of Bristol24/7’s group reporter scheme, a challenge which goals to inform tales from areas of Bristol historically under-served by the mainstream media
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