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Matford Brook Academy main building to be demolished and replaced
Matford Brook Academy’s main building, which has never been used by pupils, is to be demolished and replaced following a review which found it has major structural faults.
Devon County Council drops Matford huts redevelopment plan after local campaign
Devon County Council has dropped its plan to redevelop a 1.5 acre plot in the grounds of County Hall following a long campaign by local residents and councillors to restore the site as a green space.
First phase capital cost of legacy Exeter City Living Whipton Gardens project to exceed £12.5 million – £364,000 per flat
Financing for second phase yet to be found as adjacent Rennes House demolition costs rise to £1 million and Exeter City Living reports year-end loss in residual Guildhall flats management role.
Exeter City Council criticised for submitting AI-generated planning application text
Heritage statement in support of covering crumbling concrete Exeter Corn Exchange windows with advertising hoardings included content from 2013 article about Bourne Corn Exchange 195 miles away in Lincolnshire.
Exeter Civic Society promotes new vision for North Street in response to Mary Arches “co-living” redevelopment
Proposals for improved road layout and public realm including pavement-widening, tree-planting and seating areas follow nine-month collaboration with local stakeholders.
Royal Clarence Hotel developer asks £20.5 million for city centre apartment blocks
Two luxury city centre apartment blocks are being advertised for sale by Nooko, the developer responsible for renovating the Royal Clarence Hotel.
