KD 6057 - College Gardens Cladding Removal
July 17, 2026 Executive Director of Housing & Regeneration (Officer) Key decision Approved View on council websiteThis summary is generated by AI from the council’s published record and supporting documents. Check the full council record and source link before relying on it.
Summary
The Executive Director of Housing & Regeneration approved the award of a contract for cladding removal and replacement at College Gardens on 17 July 2026. The decision included removing and replacing existing cladding, support structures, and insulation with solid aluminium panels, an aluminium support structure, and mineral wool insulation.
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Purpose
This is a KD to award the contract for cladding removal and replacement.
1 to 43 College Gardens is a block of 42 maisonettes each having 2 levels. The building was the subject of a Fire Risk Assessment which identified non-compliant cladding on the exterior.
This contract will enable the following works to be undertaken: Remove and replace all existing cladding/walkway balustrade panels support structure and insulation with solid aluminium panels, aluminium support structure and mineral wool insulation/cavity barriers.
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Details
| Outcome | Recommendations Approved |
| Decision date | 17 Jul 2026 |
| Effective from | 25 Jul 2026 |
| Lead officer | Nick Weston |
| Subject to call-in | Yes |