Following an inspection earlier today, a surveyor was able to access all flats in the affected building and conduct a more thorough assessment, aided by daylight conditions. The findings indicate that the issue is localised, caused by the failure of lintels above specific windows, and that the overall stability of the building is not at risk.

As a result, St Nicholas Street will be reopened to traffic. However, a section of pavement and the junction of Crinnick Hill with St Nicholas Street will remain closed until the building owner arranges for a structural engineer to inspect the site and oversee any necessary works or propping.

For safety reasons, the two occupied and impacted flats should not be reoccupied until the structural engineer has completed their inspection and confirmed it is safe to return, following any required remedial works. Cornwall Council’s Private Lettings team is supporting both the building owner and the affected tenants to address their needs during this period.

Cornwall Council will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as necessary.