Building work starts on new housing scheme
Work is underway on a £3 million housing scheme that will provide 22 new homes for pensioners in Chesterfield.
The scheme at Parkside, Stand Road, is one of Chesterfield Borough Council’s top priorities for the coming year.
The old complex at Parkside was demolished at the beginning of the year to allow the new, purpose-built flats to be built.
Councillor Jim McManus, Chesterfield Borough Council’s Executive Member for Housing said: “We were aware that the facilities at the old Parkside complex were in need of improvement and that is why we made the decision to replace it with bigger and more flexible accommodation.
“This is part of our commitment to improve the quality of housing in the borough and make sure our tenants have homes which are warm, in good repair and have reasonable modern facilities.”
The project is being carried out by A&S Enterprises Ltd.
The new complex will have 22 two-bedroom flats, each will have a kitchen and lounge area, wet room type bathroom with a hall and storage area.
Each flat will also have a balcony, Juliette balcony or bay window.
The complex will also have a common room, communal kitchen and assisted bathrooms.
Room will be provided for residents to store mobility scooters.
There will also be a courtyard and garden area.
The new Parkside complex is due to open in summer 2015.
Source:Chesterfield Borough Council
