A CONTRACTOR has been appointed by Fortis Living to being work on 92 new affordable homes in Malvern.

Malvern-based building contractor Speller Metcalfe has chosen to work on the new housing development at Pickersleigh Grove which will replace the previous 42 post-war homes that were demolished in 2016 and will extend to land adjacent to the site.

The multi million pound development will comprise of a mix of 60 two, three and four bed houses for shared ownership as well as eight, two and three bed houses and 24 one bedroom flats for affordable rent.

The scheme’s delivery is being supported by grant funding from Homes England.

In addition to the 92 properties, a children’s play area will also be built, making use of repurposed timber from trees which will be felled on the site.

The Pickersleigh Grove development will be the largest land led scheme that Fortis Living has delivered, providing much needed affordable housing in the area. It is also the biggest housing scheme delivered by Speller Metcalfe’s Living Division.

Simon Vick, assistant director of growth and development at Fortis Living said: “As part of the contract award, Speller Metcalfe will work closely with local residents at Grove Primary School to keep disruption to an absolute minimum.

“We are delighted that the finished scheme will deliver much needed affordable housing.”

Rob Ackerman, pre-construction manager at Speller Metcalfe added: “We are pleased to be working with our long standing client Fortis Living on this exciting new project.

“Both Fortis Living and Speller Metcalfe have been part of the Malvern community for many years now and are both looking forward to collaborating on this scheme which will enhance the local area and deliver a positive impact for existing and future residents of Pickersleigh Grove.”