Demand for new homes in Rochdale is high - so much that the council declared a housing emergency in the borough in October after it was revealed that there are 10,000 rehousing applications and a wait of up to five years for a new home.
On the back of that, the council is looking to increase the number of homes available to residents as part of its ongoing development projects around the borough.
New neighbourhoods are springing up on derelict brownfield sites, as well as on areas of green belt which are part of the Places for Everyone scheme - Greater Manchester's plan to create new homes and jobs around the region.
This is not without its problems though, as many in Rochdale fear the impact of the arrival of thousands of new homes in the towns around the borough, and the effect it will have on roads and services. Try MEN Premium now with our amazing New Year offer...
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