Trio of developments form latest stage of affordable homes programme
The latest phase of Doncaster Council’s new build programme for affordable rented homes has begun, with three new housing developments across the borough.
In total 33 affordable homes will be available when construction completes in January 2023. National contractor Willmott Dixon has been hired to build the homes.
The project includes:
- 21 two to four bedroom houses on Adwick Lane, Toll Bar
- Seven two to three bedroom houses on Appleby Road, Intake
- Five two to three bedroom houses on Athlestane Crescent, Edenthorpe
The sites are part of the council’s £100m housebuilding programme which was approved, along with a new Housing Strategy, by Mayor Ros Jones and cabinet earlier last year.
The social housing developments will be a mix of bungalows and family homes.
Councillor Glyn Jones, deputy mayor & portfolio holder for housing & business, said: “Building quality homes for Doncaster residents was a fundamental element of our Housing Strategy and the Housing Delivery Plan so seeing work get underway on our latest three developments is excellent news.
“We have had a superb record for delivering new council homes in recent years and this commitment is continuing with more than 500 new homes planned over the next five years.”
Nick Heath, director at Willmott Dixon, added: “We’re excited work is commencing in Doncaster on Adwick Lane.
“After working with the council to deliver over 400 new homes in recent years, we have built strong relationships in the area and continue to help meet the growing housing needs of the local community.
“As with all our schemes, we aim to leave a positive lasting impact on the communities we work within.
“Over three of our current schemes in Doncaster in Toll Bar, Intake and Edenthorpe, we will generate £444,000 in social value through initiatives to enhance social, economic and environmental wellbeing, such as charity work, apprenticeships for young people and bettering energy efficiency standards.”
