By Simon Allin
Local Democracy Reporting Service
Residents opposing Haringey Council's attempts to purchase their homes and businesses have told a public hearing it amounts to "social cleansing".
Last year the council granted planning permission for up to 3,000 homes and commercial development close to the Tottenham stadium in north London.
It claims the only way the project will be delivered on time is by using a compulsory purchase order (CPO) to buy properties earmarked for demolition.
But many say they object to the plans.
The authority claimed the proposals would provide a "significant contribution to the regeneration of the area" including thousands of jobs, improved travel links, and millions of pounds for the economy - along with a library and learning centre, office space, a public park and an energy centre.