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Homes to be built on former RAF base
Vistry Group has announced a £35m deal to build affordable houses and apartments on the former RAF Upwood base in Ramsey.The 160 new homes are being built in partnership with the Hyde Group for the affordable market.The development will comprise one- and two-bedroom maisonettes, and two-, three-, four-, and five-bedroom houses, all designed to complement the unique character of the area.Andy Reynolds, managing director of Vistry South East Midlands, said: “We are thrilled to be working with Hyde on this development which will not only meet the housing needs of the community but will also blend with the local environment.”We’re excited to be a part of Huntingdonshire’s growth and to be entrusted with the build of these much-needed new homes which will create a thriving and sustainable community.”Steven Morrice, Hyde’s development and sales director, added: “We’re really looking forward to working with Vistry Group to realise the vision for the redevelopment of RAF Upwood. All 74 social rent and 86 shared ownership homes will be energy-efficient, with air source heat pumps and electrical vehicle charging points, and will be ready for their first residents in summer 2025.”The site already has full planning permission and work is expected to start later in 2024.
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