Housing
Stoke-on-Trent City Council has launched an action plan to accelerate home building in the city, backed by £60 million in grant funding from government-funded national pots. The plan aims to increase the delivery of new homes, addressing challenges such as the lack of available sites, developer failures, and a viability
Housing
A significant new development project is underway in Mildenhall, UK, as West Suffolk Council and local registered housing provider, Havebury, work together to deliver 100% affordable homes at College Heath Road. Barley Homes, the housing company owned by West Suffolk Council, is collaborating with Havebury to provide a mix of
Housing
A new report from Tracy Cross & Associates, a consultant to the homebuilding industry, reveals that Chicago-area homebuilders had a robust start to the year, with sales of 1,568 newly built houses, condos, and townhouses in the first three months of 2025. This represents a 10.4% increase from
Housing
Eagle Materials Inc. has made a significant announcement, revealing plans to expand and modernize its American Gypsum Company facility in Duke, Oklahoma. The project aims to increase the plant's capacity to serve customers in high-growth markets and strengthen its position as a low-cost producer in the wallboard industry.
Housing
The Glenvale C of E Primary School, a new school at the Glenvale Park development in Wellingborough, has been equipped with a brand-new defibrillator, thanks to the efforts of the Residents Association for Glenvale Park, Barratt Homes, and David Wilson Homes. The defibrillator is proudly displayed on the outside of
Housing
The Territory construction industry has been given a much-needed boost with the announcement that the $30,000 and $50,000 home builder grants will be extended until 30 September 2026. The move aims to stimulate the housing construction sector, create more work, and support local builders and jobs. The grants
Housing
A decade-long plan to build a 575-home development in Woolwich, consisting of four tower blocks ranging from 16 to 26 storeys high, has been updated to include an additional 52 homes. The revised proposal aims to deliver 187 affordable homes, alongside over 9,000 sq. ft. of employment and retail
Housing
Rising environmental awareness is transforming buyer expectations in the housing market, prompting developers to adopt authentic, forward-looking sustainability practices. Gen Z, emerging as influential homebuyers, is driving the demand for homes that integrate sustainable living concepts, such as energy-saving systems, green space, and water conservation. These considerations are especially pronounced
Housing
A new development agreement has been announced that will see nearly 300 affordable homes, including 150 for social rent, built on the site of the former Yardley Sewage Works in Stechford, Birmingham. The project will be led by Birmingham City Council, housing developer Morro Partnerships, and housing association Midland Heart,
Housing developers
Motilal Oswal Alternates (MO Alts), the alternative investment arm of Motilal Oswal Financial Services Ltd, has secured investments in two residential projects in Chennai and Pune through its new real estate fund. The company has committed 100 crore to Radiance Realty Developers India Ltd and 90 crore to Mantra Properties
City councils
The Tampa City Council voted unanimously to begin eminent domain proceedings in Tampa Heights if necessary, to facilitate the development of a 60-acre master-planned community with nearly 2,000 homes. The area, roughly bounded by North Boulevard, Ross Avenue, Tampa Street, and the Hillsborough River, has been identified as a
City councils
Developers Kerry Avant and Thad Llewellyn have introduced a plan to replace the former Davis Department Store with a six-story residential building, which could end up being seven or eight stories and featuring 30 to 34 condos. The project, valued at over $15 million, aims to create a timeless and
