The scheme, which received planning consent from West Oxfordshire District Council, was led by Cottsway Housing Association. The former sheltered housing block has now been transformed into high-quality homes for social rent, designed to meet the needs of older residents in the local community.
Regeneration Project in Witney Complete
A regeneration project in Witney, West Oxfordshire, has reached completion, delivering 30 modern, sustainable apartments for the over-55s at St Mary’s Court.
Located in The Crofts, a short distance from both Witney town centre and the Leys Recreation Ground, the redevelopment replaces empty 1960s properties with an attractive two-storey building featuring a golden buff stone and render facade. The completed development provides 23 one-bedroom and 7 two-bedroom apartments, enhancing the availability of much-needed affordable housing.
Supported by a £2.55 million grant from Homes England, the project was delivered by E G Carter & Co Ltd. Designed with energy efficiency in mind, the apartments feature panelised timber frame construction, solar roof panels, electric heating, and an air-to-water heat pump for efficient hot water production. Externally, all parking spaces are equipped with EV charging facilities, while communal gardens have been carefully designed to enhance biodiversity, incorporating wildflower seeding, bird and bat nesting boxes, and hedgehog homes to support local wildlife.
Mathew Vye, Residential Director at E G Carter & Co Ltd, commented:
"We are incredibly proud to have delivered these modern, energy-efficient homes for Cottsway Housing Association. Sustainability and quality have been at the heart of this project, ensuring that residents not only have comfortable homes but also benefit from lower energy costs and a greener living environment. It has been a pleasure working on this development, and we look forward to continuing our work in delivering high-quality, affordable housing."
This project marks another successful collaboration in delivering sustainable and affordable homes, reinforcing E G Carter & Co Ltd’s commitment to building communities that are fit for the future.