Demolition of houses ‘the only effective’ solution after elderly woman died in flood

Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleA review has recommended the demolition of an entire row of 26 terraced houses on Tapton Terrace in Chesterfield, following severe flooding during Storm Babet in October 2023. The flooding incident led to the death of 83-year-old resident Maureen Gilbert, prompting a coroner's report that urged action from the government and Environment Agency. Chesterfield Borough Council and the Environment Agency concluded that demolition is the 'only effective and viable' long-term solution, as alternative flood defence measures would not provide adequate protection given the significant and increasing flood risk due to climate change. Homeowners have been assured they will receive a fair market payment for their properties, alongside compensation for disruption and loss, with tailored support being offered to each household. Local MP Toby Perkins stated that while the news would be difficult for residents, most accept the decision as there is no viable long-term way to make the homes safe, and his priority is to ensure residents are treated fairly. In fullEntire row of terraced houses to be demolished after grandmother died in floodingMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

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