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A partnership between the landowner, the city and for- and nonprofit developers led to plans for more than 400 apartments on the site, including full replacement of 162 units for low-income seniors.

"The landowner had livestock in the field and they had to be moved back to allow a clean up to take place," he said.

Residents, who have heard little from the landowners about the dilemma, have been stuck in limbo.

"We're going to carry on not just working with residents and the council, but working with retailers, landowners and others to make sure we can return this street to its previous glory," Sir Sadiq said.

A series of events for the public, landowners and other groups are being held across the region, as well as online.