Green light for £9m affordable homes development in Sunderland former mining village

Plans have been approved for the creation of dozens of new affordable homes in Sunderland over the next year.

Adderstone Living, the social housing division of Adderstone Group, has been given the green light on its proposals for 45 homes at its new Chilton Moor development.

The permission, granted last night (August 31) by Sunderland City Council, will see a mix of two and three bedroomed bungalows created on Redburn Road, as well as two-story semi-detached properties.

The plans also include a village green along with new car parking, landscaping and associated infrastructure, with works due to start this autumn.

The project is worth £9m and is a collaboration between Adderstone and Karbon Homes.

Stephen McCoy, director of Adderstone Living, said: “This consent allows us to introduce a new community to this beautiful former mining village in the form of a sustainable, high-quality development comprising a range of house types built around a village green.

“We are grateful for the support and vote of confidence from Sunderland City Council.”

Lea Smith, development manager at Karbon Homes, said: “This development meets the needs of the local community, with a mix of property types and sizes to provide options for residents at varying stages of life.

“The inclusion of bungalows was an important element to help combat the shortage of homes for older residents in this area.

“We hope local residents will welcome access to good quality, affordable housing in their local area.

“A number of the units will be available for Rent to Buy, allowing residents to pay 80 per cent of market rent while they save towards a deposit to buy the house. This is a fantastic way for first time buyers to get onto the property ladder.”