Work to build 32 fully-electric homes on a former open cast mine in Rotherham is under way.
Waverley Green will feature two- and three-bedroom terraced homes – sustainable thanks to developer Forge New Homes’ innovative use of electric energy supplies.
The 1.5-acre site sits at the heart of Harworth Group’s Olive Lane mixed-use development at Waverley, which aims to transform the area into a new sustainable community featuring cafés, restaurants, bars, a convenience food store, a pharmacy, a nursery, small retail shops and a medical centre.
Forge has now moved onto the site, marking the occasion with a sod-cutting ceremony attended by representatives from Harworth Group, Forge New Homes, and Lindum Group marking the fruition of a shared vision of a masterplan which infuses indoor/outdoor living, with a strong emphasis on encouraging interaction between residents.
The site is Forge New Homes’ third development in the Sheffield City Region. A location which boasts excellent connectivity with its proximity to Sheffield Parkway. £885,000 in funding for Waverley Green was awarded by South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority from the SYMCA Brownfield Housing Fund.
Andy Beattie, MD for Forge New Homes, said: “Olive Lane is a fantastic scheme by Harworth, one that will continue to transform the area and create a strong community at Waverley.
“The development will have a focus on open space and outdoor community areas, providing a vibrant neighbourhood for buyers. With customers at our heart, we’ll continue to build liveable spaces for thriving households and growing communities.”
