Demolition of a former municipal building in Liscard to make way for affordable housing is now complete.
The demolition works began in April and are a key element in kickstarting a major refresh for the town centre. This will include bringing forward new affordable housing on this site at Seaview Road in addition to further public realm improvements and improved community facilities in the town centre.
The former municipal building site is allocated for housing in the Council’s brownfield-only Local Plan and offers a unique opportunity to redevelop the disused land and provide much needed affordable, quality housing within Liscard town centre.
Leader of Wirral Council, Cllr Paula Basnett, said: “It’s fantastic to see real momentum building in Liscard, and now the challenge is to keep driving forward so we can deliver visible, lasting improvements for residents, businesses, and shoppers.
“This regeneration is about more than bricks and mortar, it’s about creating a vibrant, welcoming town centre that works for everyone. By working closely with the local community, Liscard councillors and stakeholders, and we can ensure these plans bring genuine, positive change to people’s daily lives.”
The plans to revitalise the town are backed by the Liscard Levelling Up Fund 3 programme, which includes a total investment of £10.78 million from the UK Government’s Levelling Up Fund Round 3, matched by £1.2 million from Wirral Council’s capital programme.
Demolition contractor Freeley undertook the site clearance work and every effort was made to minimise disturbance for local residents.
Director, Michael Freeley, added: “We’re proud to have played a role in this significant regeneration project, ensuring the site is ready for its next chapter. As well as minimising disruption for the local community, we worked with local subcontractors and recruited locally, including supporting a resident back into work after long-term unemployment.
“We look forward to seeing the momentum build in Liscard and the site transform into new affordable housing.”
A procurement process for the appointment of a development partner to deliver housing on the site is due to commence later this year.
