Issues Of Living In An Urban Area- The Inner City (New Islington, Manchester) Flashcards
1
Q
Strategy
A
Sustainable living
2
Q
When did the initiative begin
A
2003
3
Q
Where
A
Inner City of Manchester in New Islington Village
4
Q
Area previously known as
A
Cardroom
5
Q
Problems with cardroom estate
A
Ugly old buildings
Half of the 204 homes were occupied
High crime rates, social depravation
6
Q
Aims for the area
A
Wide range of quality housing
Safe and clean environment
Employment opportunities
Enhanced transport and shops
7
Q
Funding
A
Received from Urban Splash in 2002 who worked with the government
8
Q
Housing improvements
A
- 66 houses
- 500 apartments
- 34 urban barns
- 2500 new residents in area
9
Q
Environmental improvement
A
- 300 trees planted
- 2 garden islands
- A beach
- An orchard
- Recycling system installed
- 3000 metres of canal side
10
Q
Community improvements
A
- 10 new shops
- 2 new pubs
- 2 new restaurants
- 1400 parking spots
- 12 bridges
- 50 boat mooring stations
- primary schools
- village hall
11
Q
Problems with New Islington
A
- Emphasis on security to lessen crime rate may impact on community spirit
- Not enough jobs for all the residents
- Houses are expensive
- Ultra modern buildings may not appeal to everyone
