Islington Council completes 46 new council homes
The Elthorne Estate development includes accessible properties and received significant funding from the Greater London Authority.
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Islington Council has finished construction on a new housing development comprising 46 council-owned properties on the Elthorne Estate. The Greater London Authority provided over £4 million towards the scheme, which features accessible and adaptable homes built to current standards. A ceremony to mark the completion of the project took place on 22 July.
Addressing Housing Needs
The development, described as fully affordable by Islington Council, was reconfigured to ensure all units remain under council ownership, removing any private sale properties. The project also incorporates improvements to Zoffany Park and introduces a new community area. Councillor Jason Jackson, Islington Council's executive member for homes and neighbourhoods, stated that the new homes are intended to support local families facing challenges within the current housing crisis.
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One resident, Ebru, who has two children requiring wheelchair access, has moved from a one-bedroom flat into a three-bedroom accessible home. She expressed her satisfaction with the new property, stating, "We love it. I still can’t believe it. I will be here all my life."
Funding and Completion
The total funding for the scheme amounted to over £13 million from the council, supplemented by an additional £4 million from the Greater London Authority. The ribbon-cutting event on 22 July allowed new residents to connect with neighbours and the teams involved in the development.
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+How much did the council spend on the new homes?
The total funding for the scheme amounted to over £13 million from Islington Council, with an additional £4 million provided by the Greater London Authority. This combined investment ensures the development meets modern accessibility and affordability standards.
+Who benefits from the new council homes?
The 46 new council homes are intended to support local families facing challenges within the current housing crisis, with priority given to those needing accessible properties. One resident, Ebru, moved from a one-bedroom flat into a three-bedroom accessible home with her two children.
+What improvements come with the new development?
The project includes improvements to Zoffany Park and introduces a new community area alongside the 46 fully affordable council homes. All properties remain under council ownership, ensuring long-term availability for residents.
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