Work on Whitby development gets underway
WORK has started on the first phase of a development in Whitby that will see 190 homes built on land formerly owned by the Order of the Holy Paraclete which is based at Sneaton Castle.
The developer behind the scheme, S Harrison, and partner Tees Valley Housing, part of the Thirteen Group, have appointed Kier Living to carry out the three year construction project at High Stakesby.
It is estimated that 200 construction jobs, including apprenticeships, will be created in the area as a result of the development.
Development director David Clancy from S Harrison says: “Through perseverance and a tenacious approach to the planning and design of this development, we have been able to deliver a positive outcome for everyone involved in this well-designed, sustainable scheme. Having shown full commitment to this project for a significant amount of time, it’s fantastic to see work now underway in this highly sought after area of Whitby.”
Martin Hawthorne, director of development and regeneration at Thirteen, said: “It is essential that more affordable options are made available in this area, which is suffering from a real shortage of new homes, and it is hoped that local people who would otherwise struggle to buy their own home, will now have the chance to get onto the property ladder.”
