Block of flats built in 2011 faces demolition due to construction flaws and a massive repair bill.
The housing association will help residents find places. They will work with Bristol City Council on this task. Legal action failed because the construction firm went bankrupt.
Elim Housing Association faces a £4 million repair bill. They cannot afford this cost. Paul Smith runs Elim, a small Bristol housing group. He used to be a city housing leader.
Elim will demolish the buildings instead of fixing them. Then, they plan to sell the land. A pub stood on the site before these flats. ISG Pearce built the development back in 2011.
A 2021 fire safety survey found many problems. These issues involved the structure and build quality. Elim inherited the building. They implemented safety measures while exploring options.
Elim wanted ISG Pearce to pay for repairs. ISG became insolvent in September 2024. This bankruptcy stopped Elim’s legal claim. They could not recover the £4 million repair cost.
Elim can’t afford the needed work. Demolishing the building is the best solution. Smith said the decision to demolish was hard, and he also expressed deep regret about this action. He stated resident welfare is their main concern.
Repairs are too extensive, and the disruption would be long. They explored all other options before deciding this. Elim works with authorities to help residents move. The deadline for vacating the premises is March 2026. They will explore options for future development on the land.