Multi-million-pound County Durham development could deliver over 200 new homes

Land has been secured and a planning application is to be submitted, for a development of 214 new homes in Spennymoor.

If successful, the proposal would see a mix of two, three and four bedroomed homes constructed on the 18 acre site, just off Whitworth Road in the town.

The development would feature a mix of detached, semi-detached and terraced homes and bungalows delivered by construction and regeneration specialist Countryside Partnerships North East.

A planning decision for the circa £50m project is expected to be made towards the end of 2023. Should the plans move forward, an investment of around £1m would be allocated towards improving the surrounding transport infrastructure and providing educational opportunities for local people.

It is envisaged the works would create 23 apprenticeships and a total of 1,148 training weeks on site, for those looking to enhance their skills and establish a career in construction.

Andrew Rennie, development director with Countryside Partnerships North East, commented: “This is a good proposal that would improve the choice and quality of both open market sale and affordable homes in the area.

“We feel that this mixed tenure scheme, which would also include a selection of homes perfect for first-time buyers alongside larger, family properties, would enhance an already vibrant community, whilst creating valuable job and training opportunities.”

Countryside Partnerships North East is currently active on 12 construction sites around the North East region with a gross development value of just over £440m and is working with eight housing associations and seven local authorities.

Formerly known locally as Vistry Partnerships North East, a national merger between Vistry Group and Countryside Partnerships last year, saw a rebrand and change of name. Work on North East projects has continued unaffected and it has been very much business as usual.

By Matthew Neville – Senior Correspondent, Bdaily