Lovell begins construction of much-needed affordable homes in East Hull
Lovell, the national partnership housing specialist, has broken ground on the latest phase of the major regeneration programme to deliver a new urban village at the Ings estate in East Hull. The new development off Balham Avenue will have 84 new homes for affordable rent and shared ownership, including 2, 3 and 4 bedrooms houses.
The multi-million pound regeneration project at the Ings estate, which will deliver more than 700 homes, forms part of a strategic long-term partnership between Lovell, Compendium Living, Hull City Council and Together Housing, with funding from Homes England and the UK Government’s Brownfield Land Release Fund.
So far the partnership has delivered 400 mixed-tenure homes at the Ings estate with a new neighbourhood park linking directly to the key community green space, Bluebell Fields, creating an attractive, modern community influenced by nearby Sutton and Garden Village.
Each Lovell home includes wall insulation, solar panels and EV charging as well as fixtures that reduce water usage. The development will have a central green space with seating, new trees and hedges as well as play areas and safe walking routes.
As part of the Lovell commitment to leaving a lasting legacy in the communities where they build, they have worked with Hull Training, local agency Construction Works and other employment services to provide employment and training opportunities. Lovell has also donated equipment and funds to several charities including homelessness charity Emmaus Hull, Autism Plus and the Ings community garden and residents’ association.
Alex Isted, Lovell Regional Managing Director Eastern said: “The major regeneration at the Ings estate demonstrates what long-term partnerships can achieve. We look forward to working with Hull City Council, Together Housing, Compendium Living and our valued supply chain partners to successfully deliver this important phase over the next two years, contributing to the long-term regeneration and growth of the area.”
Cllr Paul Drake-Davis, the Portfolio Holder for Regeneration and Housing at Hull City Council said: “It is fantastic to see this new housing development start on site, to deliver 84 much needed affordable homes for the local community. The partnership between the Council, Lovell and Together Housing represents a great opportunity for a high-quality affordable housing scheme to prevail - I’m excited to see the new homes when they are complete.”
Dai Howells, Assistant Director of Development, Together Housing said: "This phase of the Ings regeneration scheme is part of Together Housing’s continued commitment to the transformation of the Ings community. We are delighted to be working with our partners to provide affordable homes to the people of Hull, providing more opportunities for local people to access quality housing to rent or buy.”
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Louise Lawler, Together Housing
Lisa Johnson, Compendium Living
Andy Askin, Lovell
Nick Simpson, Lovell
Dion Sykes, Lovell
Alex Isted, Lovell
Emma Whittles, Hull City Council
Ben McLaughlin, Homes England
Councillor Alan Gardiner, Hull City Council
Kellie Lemonidis, Together Housing
Carl Partis, Amrin Resources
Councillor Denise Thompson, Hull City Council
Simon Medler, Compendium Living