The numbers
2009
year the homes were completed
94%
of construction waste recycled
5
new homes for rent
4
new shared ownership homes
The story
This much-needed affordable housing scheme on an exception site in a Rutland village was enabled by Midlands Rural Housing working in partnership with Spire Homes.
Energy-efficient homes
The properties were constructed using the Westframe timber frame system, a sustainable modern method of construction. They all have air-source heat pumps for heating and hot water, keeping fuel costs and carbon emissions low.
Responsible construction
Most of the people working on the scheme were Rutland or Leicestershire residents, and wherever possible materials were sourced from local builders’ merchants. Ninety-four per cent of construction waste from the site was recycled.
Number of homes
For rent:
- two 1-bedroom flats
- two 2-bedroom houses
- one 3-bedroom house
For shared ownership:
- two 2-bedroom houses
- two 3-bedroom houses
Funding
- Homes and Communities Agency (now Homes England)
- Spire Homes
Architects
“The whole aim of the project was to allow people with local connections to stay in the village. The housing needs survey conducted by Midlands Rural Housing provided the information required for it to become a reality.
"The outlook is captivating, with beautiful views across open fields.”
Syd Overington, Chairman of North Luffenham Parish Council