More than 50 long-term vacant homes across Liverpool are set to be refurbished and brought back into use as part of a programme to address the city’s housing need. Liverpool Council is working with Duke Developments to renovate 52 properties in Anfield, Edge Hill, Everton North and Princes Park over the next year.
Most of the homes have been empty for more than 20 years and require significant repair and improvement. Around a fifth are affected by serious structural issues, making refurbishment essential before they can be lived in again.
Refurbishment and regeneration plans
All 52 houses will be fully refurbished with the aim of creating good-quality housing while supporting wider regeneration plans in the area. Some of the refurbished homes will be advertised through Property Pool Plus, giving people on Liverpool’s housing register the opportunity to apply for them through the normal allocations process.
The programme forms part of Liverpool Council’s wider approach to tackling housing need and reducing the number of long-term empty properties. Once complete, the homes will provide a mix of housing options, including accommodation to support people currently on the housing waiting list.
Community impact and next steps
Residents of neighbouring properties have been contacted directly with information about when the works will happen and any disruption will be minimised. Cllr Nick Small, Liverpool Council cabinet member for growth and economy, said the scheme “will not only provide much-needed housing but also improve the appearance of neighbourhoods.”
Cllr Small added: “Bringing long-term empty homes back into use is an important part of our wider regeneration ambitions for Liverpool. These properties have stood vacant for many years, but through investment and partnership working we can turn them into quality homes that support local people and help strengthen communities.”
Cllr Hetty Wood, cabinet member for housing, said: “We are determined to bring empty homes back into use and make the most of the housing we already have across the city. These are properties that have stood empty for many years and, in many cases, have fallen into a very poor condition.”
A spokesperson for Duke Developments said: “We’re proud to be working with Liverpool Council on a project that will bring homes that have been empty for many years back into use. As a Liverpool-based business, it’s particularly rewarding for us to be investing in communities across the city and delivering good-quality homes that local people can be proud to live in. We’re looking forward to getting work underway and seeing the first homes completed and occupied.”
