Brown Institute demolition in Renfrew sparks anger and sadness
dailyrecord.co.ukAnger and sadness were expressed by Renfrewshire councillors as permission was given in peculiar circumstances for the demolition of a B-listed building in Renfrew that has already taken place.
Consent was granted retrospectively to knock down the Brown Institute in Canal Street this week – despite the fact the iconic landmark has already been flattened because of safety concerns.
A dangerous building notice was served on the property in February, meaning steps to make it safe – either by shoring it up or pulling it down – were required within three months.
Renfrewshire Council opted to do the latter. However, elected members have been left perplexed and frustrated that a special meeting was not called to consider the issue in advance of demolition.
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