Lock-up garages at sites throughout Broxtowe could be knocked down to make way for new homes under new plans.
Seven sites are being considered under the proposals, with a total of 92 spaces.
It is not yet known exactly how many homes could be built in their place - the council is currently proposing that plans for the sites be moved forward.
Coalition-controlled Broxtowe Borough Council says many of the sites are under-utilised and can attract anti-social behaviour.
The sites which have been earmarked for new homes all requite ‘major modernisation work’, a council report says.
The seven sites currently under consideration are: Felton Close, Chilwell; Firbank Court, Chilwell; Gayrigg Court, Chilwell; Barn Croft, Chilwell; Chilton Drive (South), Watnall; Chilton Drive, (West) Watnall; Selside Court, Chilwell.
An initial decision on the future of the garages is expected to be made on Wednesday, June 3.
A council report on the subject said: “The council owns over 800 garages, located throughout the borough with over 300 in Chilwell and over 350 in Watnall.
“All of the garage sites identified require regular maintenance and major modernisation work.
“Not all council garages are used to house cars with many acting as storage units.
“However, a full parking survey will be undertaken before any planning applications are submitted to ensure that the proposals do not have a significant impact on existing street parking.
“The garage tenants and immediate neighbours have been written to and advised that the Council is looking at the feasibility of developing these sites for affordable housing.
“The housing department will work with the garage tenants affected to try and find them alternative garages over the coming year.
“The redevelopment of these sites for affordable houses will provide several benefits.
“These include enhancing the environment of the area by the creation of a new development and removing areas which can attracts anti-social behaviour.
“Developing council owned land ensures we maintain control of the development delivery and timescale and provide much needed affordable housing.”
