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Work on the site was commenced in February, 1936, and the
Housing Scheme was completed and the flats ready for occupation
in April, 1937.
Proposed Redevelopment of the Hewling Street Area
In dealing with the problem of providing further housing
accommodation for overcrowded families, the Borough Council,
in July, 1936, approved in principle to the development of a site,
including the Hewling Street clearance area and adjoining properties,
for housing purposes, by the erection of approximately 100 flats
thereon.
In pursuance of the provisions of Part III of the Housing Act,
1925, a Compulsory Purchase Order was made for the acquisition
of the required site, and the Minister of Health held a local inquiry
on the 18th January, 1937, and confirmed the Order on the 17th
March, 1937. The properties included in this Order were as
follows:—
Howard Road, Nos. 18, 20, 20a, 22, 24, 26, 34, 36, 38, 40 and
Derwent Gospel Hall.
Watson Street, No. 45.
Matthias Road, Nos. 66, 70, 72, 74, 76, 78, 80, 82, 84, 86, 88,
88a, and Methodist Chapel.
Hornsey Place, Nos. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10.
Area. 1.2 acres.
Total Number of Premises. 35.
No. of Adults Resident in Area 144
No. of Children Resident in Area 31
Hewling Street Housing Scheme
In November, 1937, the Council approved a scheme for the
erection of working class flats on the above site, which are intended
for the rehousing of families in connection with the abatement of
overcrowding in the Borough.
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