new homes

DIY a thing of the past for rightsizers opting for flexible and adaptable new-build homes

The challenge of finding a home with just the right amount of space and with absolutely no need for DIY is driving many buyers to new-build properties in Plymouth.

Increasingly, newer homes are designed to provide flexible space that fits a wide variety of lifestyles, providing those who may previously have opted to downsize with the luxury of rooms that are perfect suited to their...

Wait is almost over for buyers seeking spacious new home at Canes Meadow in Brixton near Plymouth

Five star housebuilder David Wilson Homes is gearing up for the official opening of its new development in Brixton, Devon.

It is set to launch Canes Meadow on Saturday September 2 when the first of the three, four and five bedroom homes will be released for sale.

“We have had a huge response since we first confirmed we would be back in Brixton so we are thrilled to be...

1,200 new homes built in Plymouth last year

There were over 1,200 homes completed in Plymouth last year, the second highest number since 1988/1989. In the year ending March 2016, a total of 1,244 homes were completed in the city smashing the City Council’s own Plan for Homes target of 1,000 homes a year.

Commenting on the figures, Councillor Patrick Nicholson, Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Strategic Housing, Transport,...

Plymouth locals invited to Open House Event

Plymouth homeseekers are invited to attend a special Open House Event on Saturday 16 April at Redrow’s popular Hillcrest development on Recreation Road.

For the first time, Redrow (West Country) is inviting potential homebuyers in the Plymouth area to have an up close and detailed viewing of its stunning 4 bedroom Cambridge house type between 11am-4pm on 16 April.

For one day only, Redrow’s popular Cambridge will be available to view at the Open House Event alongside Hillcrest’s 3 show homes. The Cambridge is designed with both practicality and style at its core, filled...

Guinness celebrates completion of new homes

Last week social housing provider The Guinness Partnership hosted an open house event to celebrate the completion of its Stonehouse Arena development in Plymouth and welcome the first of its new residents.

The redevelopment of the derelict sports ground sees Guinness provide 56 contemporary affordable homes – 46 for affordable rent and 10 sold to first-time buyers under the shared...

Council to consider plan for thousands of homes and jobs

An £80million plan for 5,000 new homes and over 2,000 construction jobs is to be considered by Plymouth City Council.

The second phase of Plan for Homes, covering 2016-2021, will be discussed at the Council’s next Cabinet meeting on Tuesday 16 February.

The Plan includes 20 new initiatives which, if approved, will:

  • Help Plymouth address the housing shortage
  • ...

Getting crafty for canines at Christmas

Dogs Trust Ilfracombe has been getting crafty to help their homeless hounds feel as at home as possible this festive season, as staff prepare for what is expected to be another busy Christmas.

A local volunteer named Michelle Hindes, who makes bespoke embroidered bandanas for the dogs, has created festive decorations and personalised an array of Christmas stockings for some of the...

Local people must lobby for more housing says NHF

Local people must say ‘Yes to Homes’ to repair the South West housing market according to a report by the National Housing Federation (NHF).

The report by the NHF, an industry body which represents the providers of affordable housing in the UK, claims that a shortage of affordable homes resulting in rising house prices means that the South West housing market is now at ‘breaking point...

Government funding will help refurbish empty homes in Plymouth

Plymouth is to benefit from £660,000 of government funding to help refurbish and bring back into use empty properties and commercial premises.

Plymouth City Council supported the national housing charity Chapter 1 in the bid for the money which will be used to create a scheme of 30 affordable homes.

Cabinet member for Finance whose portfolio includes strategic housing,...

Plymouth City Council welcomes Sherford funding

A multi-million pound package of Government support to unlock development at Sherford and create a new community as well as thousands of jobs has been welcomed by Plymouth City Council.

Housing Minister Mark Prisk announced a £32 million funding injection for the new town which will bring forward the delivery of 5,500 new homes and help create 5,000 local jobs.

Councillor Mark...

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