How the changing skyline affects plumbing in Birmingham. Multi-storied apartments in the city centre of Birmingham have been around since the 70s namely the building of Cleveland and Clydesdale tower. Within a short walking distance of these two tower blocks, there are a few remaining back to back houses.  Built-in the late 1800s to accommodate the expanding population during the industrial revolution. Unlike modern houses, these properties were unable to deliver basic living standards outdat...