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: It was granted Grade II status in 2007, which saved it from demolition but complicated previous redevelopment plans.

In 2024, bought back the Civic Centre for just £1 from the developer Urban Splash. The 14-storey, Grade II listed landmark had been empty since 2015. Restoration and Future Use plymouth buy back centre

Details on how to to local swap and reuse centers. : It was granted Grade II status in

As of early 2026, major renovation work is underway to bring the building back into active use: Restoration and Future Use Details on how to

: The project is supported by £18.4m from Homes England and £8.5m from the Levelling Up Fund to facilitate the restoration.

: Urban Splash originally bought it for £1 in 2015 but stepped back due to rising public investment and the "almighty task" of the restoration. Other "Buy Back" or Re-use Initiatives in Plymouth