Historic Environment Scotland has concluded that the four Wyndford tower blocks facing demolition are not of 'special architectural or historic interest'.
Residential tower blocks facing demolition in the north of the city will not be given listed status following a review by Historic Environment Scotland.
Wheatley Homes Glasgow has proposed razing the flats to the ground and replacing them with 300 new homes. Following a consultation with the tenants, 85% backed the regeneration plans, with 87% of tenants living in the four blocks earmarked for demolition also supporting the proposals.However, Wyndford Resident's Union is opposing the demolition of the blocks on Wyndford Road and has received backing from two leading architects who believe the buildings could be retained.
Their report added: "We assessed the four high-rise blocks at Wyndford Road, Maryhill. Our assessment found that the buildings do not meet the criteria of special architectural or historic interest required for listing. Plans will see the four outdated and unpopular blocks, which are made up of bedsits and one-bedroom flats, demolished and replaced by 255 new larger homes for social rent and 45 properties for mid-market.
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