Hawthorn Crescent building safety improvements

We recently took fire assessment surveys on the external walls of your building to make sure they were safe. This survey showed some of the panels and insulation do not meet the latest Building Regulations.

From Autumn 2026, we need to carry out the following improvements to your block:

• New entrance doors for your property
• New triple glazed windows to help keep your home warmer and reduce noise from the trainline and motorway
• Better insulation in the new wall and panel system to keep heat in and save energy
• New balcony doors for each home
• A fresh new look for your block, with updated panels on the outside
• Redecoration of communal areas inside the block
• Improved safety for the whole building

To help keep everyone safe while we plan this work, we have already fitted heat detectors in your homes. This follows advice from Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service, and helps reduce any risk while you continue to live in the building.

We have to fully replace the external walls so they meet the new legal requirements.

We are committed to keeping residents informed and involved on this project.

You can:

• attend drop-in sessions and one-to-one meetings
• receive regular updates via letters, notice boards, and visits

Project timeline

Please note: timelines are subject to change.

Stage: Resident Engagement and Design Development

Status: Ongoing

Key dates:

• 14 July 2026 – resident drop-in sessions at St. Phillips Church hall
• Autumn 2026 – work due to begin
• 2028 – estimated project completion

We have appointed Lawtech Group Ltd as the Principal Contractor to support the design, planning and development of the project, with the intention that they will undertake the full works on site from Autumn 2026.

You can find out more about the contractor.

We’ll keep in touch with residents by holding regular events where you’ll hear important updates about the project. Please come along to all resident events if you’re able to.

We’ll also arrange one-to-one consultation meetings with each resident to find out about your individual needs.

Read answers to our most commonly asked questions about this project.