York development now in progress for new 'affordable' housing

Work is now underway at a residential development on the site of the former Grove House care home in Penley’s Grove Street, York.

Easingwold-based developers Caedmon Homes are building 29 apartments. The one, two and three-bed apartments, including affordable homes and studios, will be available for occupation in the spring of 2019.

The City of York Council approved the fine details of the development with Caedmon Homes, part of the Norstar Real Estate Group.

Paul Brown of Caedmon Homes explained that Doncaster-based contractors Pacy and Wheatley of Doncaster were progressing well on site.

He said: “This is a very exciting development, which will add to the excellent reputation of the Groves as one of the city’s most popular residential areas.

“We believe it will be especially attractive to first-time buyers, who are hoping to get a foothold on to the property ladder and to couples or people looking to downsize or retire.

“The development is clearly aimed at owner-occupiers. We are aware of the history of the Groves as a prime residential location in York and our development will complement this.

“Combined with the government’s Help to Buy initiative, we trust that a number of young professionals will be able to become home-owners for the first time.”

York was recently named “the best place to live in Britain” by The Sunday Times due to its “perfect mix of heritage and hi-tech”. Places were ranked on factors including jobs, schools, local shops and broadband speed.

Brown added: “This was an exceptionally encouraging report, although it did confirm what many of who love this city already knew.”