WIGAN is set to get an affordable homes boost thanks to a new £22million deal between homebuilder Northstone and affordable housing provider Torus.
Plans for the 113-home development off Stothert Street in Atherton – to be known as ‘Popple’ – were approved by Wigan council last month.
Now, a landmark deal will see all the new homes be classed as affordable and available to rent, thanks in part to funding from Homes England.
The first energy-efficient homes at Popple are expected to be ready by the autumn. They will include 33 homes for affordable rent, 12 homes available for social rent, and 68 Rent To Buy properties.
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