KD 6057 - College Gardens Cladding Removal

July 17, 2026 Executive Director of Housing & Regeneration (Officer) Key decision Approved View on council website

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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.

The Leader of the Council decided on 11 June 2026 to withdraw the Council's defence of judicial review proceedings concerning planning consent granted to THFC for a football academy. The Director of Law and Governance was authorised to take necessary steps to implement this decision.

The Cabinet agreed in principle on 24 June 2026 to procure a strategic partner for Energetik through a full sale supported by a Golden Share arrangement. A further report will follow after due diligence and engagement with lenders and grant bodies.

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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.

Supporting Documents

KD 6057.pdf
Appendix 1.pdf
Whitewebbs Park - Judicial Review Proceedings_Redacted.pdf
Whitewebbs Park - Judicial Review Proceedings_Redacted.pdf
Energetik Strategic Review - Update Report.pdf

Details

OutcomeRecommendations Approved
Decision date17 Jul 2026
Effective from25 Jul 2026
Lead officerNick Weston
Subject to call-inYes