Hull City Council Approves 42 Affordable Homes

Hull City Council has approved plans to build 42 new affordable homes on three small brownfield sites across the city, marking another step in its efforts to address a surging demand for social housing.

The development, set to begin construction this summer and complete by late 2027, will feature 21 two-bedroom bungalows, 15 two-bedroom houses, and six three-bedroom houses at Campbell Court and Oriel Grove in east Hull, and Ellerburn Avenue in north Hull. The homes will incorporate renewable technologies, including solar panels and electric vehicle chargers, and all will meet Nationally Described Space Standards for spaciousness and comfort. Thirteen units will include enhanced accessibility features to support residents with reduced mobility.

Following planning approval and a competitive tender process, the council will contract Starship Group, a specialist in modern methods of construction, to deliver the project. This approach uses innovative, industrialized techniques to improve energy efficiency, accelerate building timelines, and enhance resident comfort. The initiative is supported by funding from the Brownfield Land Release Fund and forms part of the council's Small...