Hounslow council has appointed Higgins Partnerships to deliver 182 new council homes as part of the regeneration of the Charlton House and Albany House estate in Brentford.
The scheme will replace 92 ageing homes with 182 energy-efficient homes for social rent, with around 30% of the new properties larger, family-sized accommodation.
The development will also include new ground-floor commercial space and more than 2,500 square metres of new landscaped green space.
The scheme has been shaped through engagement with residents and the local community. In a resident ballot, more than 87% of those living on the estate voted in favour of the redevelopment.
Councillor Tom Bruce, deputy leader of Hounslow council and cabinet member for regeneration and economic development, said: “We’re excited to start working on this development with Higgins Partnership, delivering 182 homes to fit resident’s needs.
“It is our ambition to support residents to live in good quality, healthy and affordable homes that are safe and secure, and through Charlton and Albany House we hope to achieve that. The new neighbourhood will feature energy-efficient homes for social rent, larger family homes, improved green space and space for local businesses.”
Declan Higgins, chief executive for Higgins Group, the parent company of Higgins Partnerships, said: “We are delighted to be appointed by Hounslow council to deliver this landmark regeneration scheme. Providing 182 high-quality, low-carbon council homes, the development will make a lasting difference to residents’ lives while supporting the council’s ambition to create sustainable, thriving communities. We look forward to working closely with the local community to deliver training, employment and wider social value initiatives that will leave a positive legacy for years to come.”
Higgins Partnerships says it will work with local organisations and community groups throughout the development, including work experience placements for local residents, business advice for voluntary, community and social enterprises, and more than 750 hours of volunteering to support local community projects, tackle homelessness and crime, and support older, disabled and vulnerable people.
Construction is expected to begin in autumn. The scheme forms part of Hounslow council’s wider housing and regeneration programme, and supports its commitment to deliver 1,000 new council homes across the borough.
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