Hulme- City Challenge Partnerships Flashcards
Hulme was redeveloped in the 1960s as part of the slum clearance scheme what did this involve?
- High rise, crescent flats, with deck access
2. 5,500 dwellings were constructed 98% of which were council owned
When was the Hulme city Challenge Partnership scheme coined?
1992
How many homes were planned to be built in Hulme as well as new shopping areas, roads and community facilities?
3000
What organisations were involved in the Hulme city Challenge scheme?
The Guiness trust, Bellway homes and Manchester City council
How much was invested in Hulme?
£37.5 million
What was greatly reduced in Hulme?
Crime
How many new homes were built in Hulme?
600
How many homes were improved and refurbished in Hulme?
400 homes were refurbished
What was the name of the community centre built in Hulme?
The Zion arts centre
What is the office development in Hulme used for?
Michelin and the university of Manchester data centre
There was redevelopment of the main shopping centre of Hulme, including what shop especially?
ASDA
Name a specific green area that was redeveloped in Hulme
Birley fields is now urban parkland
What may be a cause of friction in Hulme?
Privileged Students from Manchester university
What was an economic issue with the city Challenge Partnerships?
The competitive nature of the scheme meant that money was allocated on competitive advantage as opposed to need
What were some environmental issues with the Hulme city Challenge Partnership?
Many buildings were knocked down and their replacements e.g. The Zion arts centre may be seen to be an eyesore which contributes to Hulme looking like a mess
