Housing boost for Launceston

Published by Gareth Holmes for Sanctuary Housing Association in Housing and also in Communities

Affordable housing in Launceston, Cornwall, has received a major boost following the completion of 34 energy efficient properties for local residents.  

Sanctuary Group, one of the UK’s leading housing providers, has developed Miller House on Dunheved Road in partnership with Cornwall Council and the Homes and Communities Agency (HCA).

The scheme, a redevelopment of a former care home, is located on a prominent site that greets visitors to Launceston as they arrive into the town. Comprising 33 two-bedroom and a single one-bedroom apartment, all properties have been built to Level 3 of the Code for Sustainable Homes with some enjoying stunning views across the local town and countryside.

The £2.4 million development was made possible thanks to an investment of over £1.5million from the HCA, the national housing and regeneration agency for England, and all apartments are available to local residents for rent.

Peter Martin, Sanctuary’s Group Director – Development, said: “The completion of this development is further evidence of Sanctuary’s long-term commitment to meet the growing need for high quality housing in communities such as Launceston by creating local homes for local people.

“I am sure these properties will make a big difference to the area and we now look forward to welcoming residents into their new homes.”