This being our second attempt to make a our comments on the SCAAP
we hope it is successful.
We are surprised and shocked that the SCAAP as it stands, incorporates
the demolition of perfectly good dwellings in Baxter Avenue. If this were
part of a 'slum clearance' programme, we would support it although with reservations.
This seems to us, to be using a sledge hammer to crack a nut. Genesis (whom we have already contacted - no reply as yet) need to look at the management of the development and offer refurbishment where it is needed.
Central Southend already has a high population density which will increase once the Office blocks
are 'morphed' into flats. We feel that little consideration has so far been given to the infrastructure.