Housebuilder releases 39 self-build plots in Newcastle

A leading North East housebuilder is set to release 39 self-build plots in Newcastle as part of a national drive to encourage people to build their own homes.

Charles Church North East is releasing the serviced plots at the Great Park for anyone looking to build their own perfect home.

The UK currently has the lowest level of self-build homes in Europe, and last month Planning Minister Nick Boles challenged councils to find land for people who aspire to self-build.

The self-build plots are located on the rural edge of the Great Park development, which includes a range of housing from starter homes to executive properties.

The self-build plots will come in five different sizes to suit various budgets and people will have the freedom to design and construct their own home, which can be up to three storeys high, whilst still working within a Design Framework.

John Eynon, managing director for Charles Church North East, said: “We take great pride in being responsive to the market and have always expanded our range and choice to meet the needs and demands of a growing population.

“Our new self-build plots are an extension of that and we hope people will seize the opportunity to create something unique in a beautiful setting.

“When these plots are released it really will offer people the chance of a lifetime to create a stunning home that is absolutely perfect for them and their families.”

Charles Church will provide road access to all plots, which will also be provided with foul and surface water drainage and utilities such as water, gas, electricity and telecommunications.

A spokesman for Newcastle City Council said: “The introduction of self-build plots at Newcastle Great Park is an exciting development in the local housing market.

“The self-build plots will provide individuals with the opportunity to explore creative methods of housing design and build, allowing people to build unique homes that reflect current lifestyles and personality.

“We have worked closely with Charles Church on this initiative and we hope this will provide some families with the opportunity to create their dream home while also extending the housing offer currently available across Newcastle city.”

When it is finished, Newcastle Great Park will offer 2,500 homes together with a business park and retail, health, leisure and community facilities.

Half of the 1,200 acre site is also being landscaped to create a mix of woodland and meadowland with hills, vales and streams.