The high-rise flats were built in between 1957 and 1961 and were officially opened by the Queen Mother in 1967.
Here are some pictures of the estate through the ages, from when it first opened, through the derelict days and now looking toward the future when the new student accomodation opens next year.
9. 11 - Taken over by Urban Splash
A part-privatisation scheme by the developer Urban Splash in partnership with English Heritage to turn the flats into upmarket apartments, business units and social housing is now underway. Photo: Dean Atkins
10. 12 - On hold
Park Hill Flats, Sheffield, where development work was put on hold due to the recession. A pile of rubble in front of the re-generated flats Photo: Sarah Washbourn
11. 13 - Hoping to finish
Park Hill development was halted for several years Photo: Sarah Washbourn
12. 14 - Visit from Griff Rhys Jones
Griff Rhys Jones at Parkhill Photo: submitted