Dozens of new homes completed and handed over

A total of 59 council homes have been built across five sites in the Gipton and Osmondthorpe areas of Leeds.

The Nevilles Scheme has provided 32 new homes across three sites in Osmondthorpe, and 27 more new homes have been delivered on two sites in Gipton, at The Beeches.

The developments include two and three bedroom family homes, bungalows and fully adapted properties to meet households with specialist needs.

Councillor Debra Coupar, deputy leader and Leeds City Council’s executive member for communities said: “I am delighted, despite the current situation, to see more new council homes being built and to meet some of the new residents.

“We supported a number of families to move into their new homes just before lockdown and have recently re-commenced lettings which should enable the rest of the new homes to be occupied.

“We will continue to work with contractors and partners to ensure the health and safety of residents and staff, and despite this unprecedented time, the continued progress with developing our ambitious plans around new housing provision remain largely on track.”

Mick Hill, senior operations manager at Willmott Dixon, said: “We are excited to be able to hand over two hugely important housing schemes in July.

“The Beeches and The Neville’s developments will make a huge difference to their local communities by providing something that is always in high demand; housing.

“Over the duration of The Beeches and The Neville’s scheme, Willmott Dixon committed to investing 10% back into the local community, equating to a monetary value of £930,000.

“This has involved working with local school and colleges, on community projects, as well as ensuring at least 80% of local spend and labour was within 40 miles of the site.”

Leeds City Council says it has been able to maintain progress with new build development involving around 700 new homes at various stages.

This latest scheme is part of part a wider council programme to deliver 1,500 high quality council homes over five years with total investment of over £300m.

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