The final phase of the Buchan Street development has been completed.
It includes 28 one and two-bedroom council apartments, all wheelchair accessible and adaptable, meaning the homes can be adapted for people with reduced mobility or chronic health conditions.
The new homes are built with the future in mind to encourage low-carbon living. They're gas-free and feature advanced insulation to minimise heat loss, while Mechanical Ventilation and Heat Recovery (MVHR) systems ensure optimal air quality for residents.
The communal air-source heat pumps, solar photovoltaic panels and biodiverse green roofs enhance the overall sustainability of the development.
Electric vehicle charging points have also been installed, along with the infrastructure for further charging points. Additionally, ample cycle storage facilities are provided to encourage sustainable travel.
Cllr Gerri Bird, Executive Councillor for Housing at Cambridge City Council:
“We are thrilled to see the completion of these new council homes at Buchan Street and tenants moving into their sustainable energy efficient homes.
“The council’s vision for Cambridge is a place where everyone has a warm, safe and affordable home, and through our partnership with The Hill Group, these 28 new council homes are helping make this vision a reality. The development demonstrates our ongoing commitment to creating sustainable and inclusive communities.”
Tom Hill, Managing Director of The Hill Group:
“This completion of Buchan Street and our forthcoming Meadows development highlights our ongoing commitment as a partnership to delivering affordable, sustainable housing while fostering community cohesion and enhancing the local environment.
“Together we are creating a more inclusive and vibrant Cambridge.”
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