Demolition of the school was due to take place in Spring of 2025, however due to the requirement to undertake an additional bat survey, demolition is now due to start in October 2025, subject to approvals. This is to ensure bats will not be harmed during the demolition, and to support the application to Natural England for a bat licence. Bats are a legally protected species therefore it is crucial that we follow the necessary procedures to ensure their protection.
A dedicated NYC Project team and officers continue to work alongside key partners involved with the Community Park plans and are meeting monthly.
Support is being provided to progress park and hub design, scoping of the asset transfer process, and identification of funding opportunities that will aid project completion and long-term management of the park as a community run asset.
Despite this unforeseen delay, the project plans are otherwise on track, with expected demolition, hub design, skate park and landscaping making up the first proposed stage of this exciting project.
For further information on the Phoenix Community Park project, please visit the website at eastfieldresidents.org or contact phoenixparkeastfield@gmail.com.