Work is underway on a £8.4 million housing project in Hull.

Wates Living Space Homes has started building 86 new homes on the site of the former Milldane flats in Orchard Park.

Designed by architects Croft Goode, the development is being delivered for the city council and is expected to be completed by the end of 2017.

Wates Living Space Homes was selected to build the development via the Orchard Park Lead Developer Framework. So far, the contractor has delivered 316 extra care apartments across three sites on behalf of the city council and Riverside.


Cllr John Black said: "Our plans for housing regeneration across the city are ambitious. Wates shares our ambitions, as demonstrated by their commitment to investing in skills and jobs in the area to help build quality, new affordable homes. Already the skyline of Orchard Park has changed and the recent demolition, refurbishment and the new build programme, as well as new opportunities for residents, is transforming the area and offering the community a viable, long term future."

Mick Holling, Business Director, Wates Living Space Homes, added: "Our ongoing presence in Hull has enabled us to continually ensure that local people benefit from the essential investments that are being made in new housing for the city."

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