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Search the Public Notice PortalA number of new social rent homes have been completed at a development in Redbridge.
The homes, located at Barkingside Yard, are part of a project by housing association Peabody in partnership with Vistry Group and Places for London.
The first 23 of 98 new 'affordable' homes have been completed, with the remaining homes expected to be finished in the summer.
The one-, two- and three-bedroom homes are all social rent, providing housing for those on Redbridge Council's waiting list.
The development has been partly funded by the Greater London Authority's (GLA's) affordable housing grant.
The site, a former builder's yard, has been transformed into a residential area including eight three-bedroom homes suitable for families.
Three of the homes are fully wheelchair accessible, and seven are adaptable with accessible bathrooms.
James McMylor, regional managing director of development at Peabody, said: “The completion of these homes, in collaboration with our partners, is a significant milestone for the project.
"These new homes and the ones still to come will provide essential affordable housing for local people, while also enhancing the community with sustainable and green spaces.
"We look forward to welcoming new residents later in the year and seeing the positive impact this development will have on the area.”
The location of the homes, next to Barkingside station on the Central line, allows residents to reach central London in less than 45 minutes.
The development, designed by architects Sheppard Robson and ECE Architecture, includes improvements to the local community infrastructure.
These improvements aim to enhance safety and accessibility and include reconfigured station car parking, new pedestrian crossings, solar lighting, and enhanced public cycle parking.
Sustainability is a key focus of the project, with features such as air source heat pumps, green roofs, new allotments, and communal gardens that enhance local biodiversity.
Representatives from those involved in the scheme gathered for an event at Barkingside Yard to mark the completion of the latest phase of the project.
Rachel Wood, senior development manager at Places for London, said: “It’s fantastic to see the first 23 of these homes at Barkingside Yard completed, bringing a range of affordable homes to the area.
"By working with Peabody, we’re proud to reach this important step while keeping affordability and accessibility at its heart."
The development is car-free, except for Blue Badge parking, and includes cycle storage.
As part of the planning agreement with Redbridge Council, the development will also contribute towards improvements at nearby Fairlop Waters Country Park.
Redbridge Council leader Kam Rai, said: "Any new developments that will help lessen the impact of the housing crisis are warmly welcomed.
"I have looked around these homes, and I am massively impressed by the quality and size of the new homes.
"Our residents deserve warm, safe, high-quality homes, and these are exactly that."
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