Noel Park Pod & Major Works Project

Today marks the first delivery of one of our double storey modular pods.

The day was a great success with the pod delivered and installed safely.

If you have any general questions about the works being carried out by Equans, we ask that you first direct your enquiry to your appointed Resident Liaison Officer(s), whose contact details can be found within the 'Meet the team' section.

Alternatively you can also submit a question directly on this website via the 'Questions' tab next to 'News Feed'. Please be advised that we aim to respond to questions submitted directly on the website within seven working days.

We're pleased to announce that we have recently welcomed a new Site Manager to the Noel Park site team.

Timur Yusuf has joined as Site Manager and will be working closely with the existing Site Managers, Jim, Barry and Kelly.

Contact details for Timur can be found here, as usual we ask that any queries relating to the works being carried out are directed to your appointed RLOs, Sonja and Lyn.

Please join us in welcoming Timur to the team.

Equans and Haringey visit factory for insight into manufacturing process for modular pods used on Noel Park scheme.

In May, Equans and the Haringey project team visited the ModularWise factory in Herefordshire for an opportunity to observe the manufacturing process of the double storey modular extensions which are soon to be installed to the rear of the properties at Gladstone Avenue.

During the visit they were shown around the factory, which provided more of an insight into each manufacturing stage. It was great to see how each process was completed, which enabled those present to have a good understanding into the amount of work required to produce each modular extension. It was evident that a lot of care and attention is given into manufacturing these extensions and the finished product reflects this.

Overall, the feedback from the visit was very positive, and we are looking forward to having these installed into residents' homes within the next month.

For more information and photos please view the latest resident newsletter from Haringey by clicking here.

The Noel Park site team received an impressive score of 41/45 for their latest audit visit by the Considerate Constructors Scheme (CCS) after scoring high marks in each of the three categories.

On 14th March, a CCS monitor re-visited Noel Park and carried out his second audit of the site, commenting things like "The site was noted to be well organised, clean and tidy. Robust safety and emergency arrangements remain evident. Resident support activities and local charities are being supported."

The CCS is an independent organisation founded to raise standards in the construction industry to ensure all construction sites present an image of competent management, efficiency, awareness of environmental issues and above all neighbourliness. Monitors from the scheme regularly audit our sites to ensure we are adhering to the scheme’s Code of Considerate Practice which is designed to encourage best practice beyond statutory requirement.

Each audit is split into three categories; respect for the community, protecting the environment and valuing the workforce each with a potential score out of 15 with a total combined max score of 45 available. To score above 13 in any category warrants an excellent level of achievement for that category.

Congratulations to Jim, Sonja, Lyn, Kelly, Barry and the rest of the site team, who work so hard every day to maintain such high standards

For more information about the Considerate Constructors Scheme please visit our information page here.

The Noel Park site team received an impressive score of 40/45 for their latest audit visit by the Considerate Constructors Scheme (CCS) after scoring high marks in each of the three categories.

On 16th January, a CCS monitor visited Noel Park and carried out his audit of the site, commenting things like “All areas were noted to be clean and tidy presenting a professional image of the industry. There are two RLOs within the management team for resident liaison and resident gestures of goodwill are being undertaken along with local charity support.

The CCS is an independent organisation founded to raise standards in the construction industry to ensure all construction sites present an image of competent management, efficiency, awareness of environmental issues and above all neighbourliness. Monitors from the scheme regularly audit our sites to ensure we are adhering to the scheme’s Code of Considerate Practice which is designed to encourage best practice beyond statutory requirement.

Each audit is split into three categories; respect for the community, protecting the environment and valuing the workforce each with a potential score out of 15 with a total combined max score of 45 available. To score above 13 in any category warrants an excellent level of achievement for that category.

Congratulations to Jim, Sonja, Lyn, Kelly, Barry and the rest of the site team, who work so hard every day to maintain such high standards

For more information about the Considerate Constructors Scheme please visit our information page here.

We're pleased to provide you with an update on the works being carried out at Noel Park, if you have any queries or concerns please contact your appointed Resident Liaison Officers, Lyn and Sonja.

During December 2022 we were focusing on upgrading the voids that we had been given for decant purposes. Five were fully completed and furnished and we completed the remaining four voids in January from the original nine we had been given.

We have now been handed three more void properties and we are currently surveying these to determine what works will need to be carried out - these works will be completed in early February 2023.

Currently six residents have been decanted into these void properties, and works are taking place within the residents' homes at a good rate.

The 26th of January saw us craning in the first pod of the year, the lift was successful and we are looking to complete the remaining works by 3rd February, with the resident moving back into their property by 6th February. The next lift is scheduled for 27th January.

The freezing temperatures caused a delay on the scheduled asbestos strip at 97 and 99 Moselle Avenue. The reason for this was because the decontamination unit used by the asbestos removal team had frozen. Due to this, the programme had to be revised and re-issued.

The Winter issue of your resident newsletter is now available to view from the Documents Library, you can also click here to view it in full.

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Installation of new modular extensions has begun!

The first modular extensions have now been successfully delivered and installed on the first properties in Noel Park as part of our major works programme across the area. Works aimed at installing the extensions are now underway to more homes on Morley Avenue, Farrant Avenue and Moselle Avenue, with all properties expected to be completed in the first half of 2023.

Properties on Gladstone Avenue are in the final stages of receiving planning permission from Haringey Council's Planning department. We would like to thank all residents for their patience during this important programme and will be in touch prior to any work taking place.

If you have any questions or would like to view the modular extension show pod, please contact Equans Resident Liaison Officers, Lyn Rutherford on 07767 648 159 or Sonja Eldred on 07748 822 768. Alternatively you can also email noelpark@haringey.gov.uk.

First resident decanted!

Mrs Ward has lived in Noel Park for over 40 years and has recently moved into a decanted property while the installation of her modular extension installation takes place.

Mrs Ward said: "I was excited and could not believe it was happening. It was difficult to accept the move as I have not lived anywhere else, but Haringey Council helped me through all stages. From explaining why I had to move to what I needed to take with me to my temporary accommodation. I also viewed my temporary accommodation, which was nice, and I received boxes to pack. I literally just had to unpack once I handed over my keys. The team were so helpful, and kind and I cannot thank them enough. I am happy as I know when I move back to my permanent home, I will have my new walk-in shower and kitchen."

Haringey Works

Tairone tells us about his experience on the Haringey Works programme - a service dedicated to helping Haringey residents find jobs. As an apprentice, Tairone has gained work experience on site for the Noel Park major works programme.

Tairone said: "As part of the Equans community pledge and with the help of Noel Park's Big Local, I was employed as an Apprentice Site Assistant for six months. I've been based on site with the team three days a week. My duties involve helping Resident Liaison Officers and distributing letters and newsletters to residents for pending works. I have also been supporting the Site Managers with daily labour counts, material deliveries and distribution.

"Other duties have included straightforward health and safety checks and ensuring site housekeeping is in check in the site office and working properly. During my short time, I have found this experience useful and will use some of the skills I have learnt in the future again."

If you are interested in a career in construction, visit the Haringey Works employment page by clicking here.

Your top questions answered!

Thank you to everyone who has contacted us with questions about the installation of the modular extensions around Noel Park. Below are answers to a few of the most frequently asked questions, if you have any queries, please contact Haringey on 07816 097 737 or email noelpark@haringey.gov.uk.

How long will I have to leave my home while the extension is being installed?
The maximum decant period will be up to 5 weeks. However, it could be shorter. We will speak to each resident about their decant before any works begin.

Will there be parking restrictions in or around the Noel Park Estate while installations happen?
Yes, you will receive a letter advising you of parking suspension dates and times. We will ensure residents are given enough notice before any suspensions happen.

Where will the decant accommodation be?
All properties are in the local area of the Noel Park Estate.

If you have queries regarding the works being undertaken you can contact your appointed Equans Resident Liaison Officers or alternatively ask us a question directly on this website by clicking here.

Working Together

We have recently launched the Noel Park Major Works Steering Group which provides advice and feedback on how the works are progressing. The aim of the group is to ensure that the works are meeting the needs of the local community.

The first meeting was recently held and proved to be a success. We are planning a meeting schedule for 2023 and would love for you to join us! We encourage council tenants and leaseholders to join the steering group, particularly those living in Moselle Avenue and Farrant Avenue.

The group meets every six to eight weeks for an hour on a weeknight evening. If you are interested in joining the group, please email noelpark@haringey.gov.uk.

Drop in for a chat!

We will be holding drop-in sessions for residents every week and we'd love to see you!

You can drop in at 92 Gladstone Avenue, Haringey, N22 6LH every Wednesday 5pm-7pm and every Friday 11am-1pm.

We're pleased to announce that we have recently welcomed three new staff members to the Noel Park site team.

Sonja Eldred is joining as Resident Liaison Officer and will work alongside our existing RLO, Lyn. In addition, Barry Ellis has joined as Site Manager and will be working closely with Site Manager, Jim and Kelly Saunders has joined as Assistant Site Manager.

Sonja Eldred	Barry Ellis	Kelly Saunders

With these new starters joining we must also sadly say goodbye to Resident Liaison Officer, Hayley and Project Manager, Mark who will be leaving the scheme shortly - we wish them luck on their new schemes.

Contact details for our new team members can be found here, as usual we ask that any queries relating to the works being carried out are directed to your appointed RLOs, Sonja and Lyn.

Please join us in welcoming Sonja, Barry and Kelly to the team.

Equans helped spread some festive cheer this Christmas with a generous toy donation to underprivileged and homeless families in Haringey.

Last week, Equans' Social Value Manager, Julian Sanz, joined Resident Liaison Officers, Hayley and Lyn to surprise local resident Yvonne Denny from the Edgcot Grove Estate with a fantastic toy donation to her local good cause.

Each year Yvonne does a toy drive to be able to provide toys for underprivileged and homeless families in Haringey.

The joint donation from Equans and Duplex Care Ltd was made up of £500 worth of various toys for young boys and girls and is part of Equans' annual Christmas Cares initiative.