Case studies

Innovation in local government is about improving the lives of the people in our communities. Browse through our case studies to see the many innovative programmes councils are involved in.

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Ward co-ordination in Manchester

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Refurbishment of existing properties: Park Hill

A case study from Sheffield City Council looking at how they approached the refurbishment of a 1950s built housing estate. Summary Park Hill was built in 1957 and took four years to complete. It's a large estate compromising of 995 units, all of which were council owned.

The evolution of a neighbourhood management service

London Borough of Barking and Dagenham This article is the first in a series that will follow the progress made by the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham towards a new, borough-wide neighbourhood management (NM) service.

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Refurbishment of existing properties: Page Hall

This case study from Sheffield City Council gives an update on their Page Hall project, sharing innovative ways to approach the problem of refurbishing existing properties.

Leading the way out of the recession

Local authorities have a vital role in leading local communities during this economic downturn. A strategic and joined-up approach with partners should recognise the links between housing, the local economy and local asset management. This is in order to help local residents left exposed by the recession.

Delivering new homes: Norfolk Park Green Homes

This case study outlines how Sheffield City Council project-managed their award-winning energy efficent development, Norfolk Park green homes.

Example of a Resident's Charter: Sheffield City Council

Sheffield City Council wants to make the regeneration of the estates at Scowerdons, Weakland and Newstead (SWaN) as successful as possible. We know that this will be a long and complicated process that will cause some level of disturbance for everyone affected. We will work hard to minimise the disruption wherever possible.

Empowering communities in South Somerset

South Somerset District Council has a history of successful community engagement and has achieved national recognition through the Beacon Scheme.

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Thriving district and local centres: Chaucer District Centre case study

Sheffield City Council share their findings on how to create a thriving district centre

Learning from the housing Beacons: Bolton Metropolitan Council

Bolton Metropolitan Borough Council give us an overview of their open day showcasing the achievements that earned their Beacon status for 'Homes for the future'.