Work has begun on a multi-million pound investment programme that will see more than 200 new homes built in Lincolnshire.
The project, courtesy of the Partnership Homes division of Westleigh Developments Ltd, is reported to be worth about £18.5million.
Construction for the project is well underway at the three development sites in Church Street, Boston Road and Lincoln Road in Holdingham, Sleaford.
The work is expected to take until January 2011.
Once completed, Westleigh will have built 153 new houses and 53 new apartments in partnership with two regional housing associations.
The development in Church Street is being built in partnership between Westleigh and the Gainsborough-based Acis Group.
The two remaining sites are in partnership with the Nottingham Community Housing Association.
Business Development Director at Westleigh Developments Ian Jones said he was “delighted” by the project.
“We are delighted to be able to work with two local housing association partners to provide over 200 affordable homes to the Sleaford area,” he said.
“When complete, it is anticipated some of these houses and apartments will be available on a shared-ownership basis, while others will be available for rental.
“We have an extensive track record of working in partnership with housing associations across the Midlands and fully expect these three schemes to be as successful.”
Stewart Ogden, North Kesteven District Councillor and executive board member with responsibility for housing strategy, explained the project would go a long way to help the District Council’s target of building 850 affordable homes a year.
“It’s wonderful that we can work with developers in bringing these much needed affordable homes to the district,” he said.
“One of North Kesteven District Council’s main priorities is affordable housing and we hope that these new developments will help residents who might otherwise struggle to purchase a house.
“The houses on Church Street, Boston Road and Lincoln Road, in Holdingham, will offer suitable homes for people who cannot purchase or rent a house on the open market.
“Affordable housing is in very high demand, and it is vital this is met, especially given the current economic climate.”
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