Around 70 homes being bought and refurbished to provide high quality affordable council housing in Doncaster

The scheme is led by St Leger Homes, who manage 20,000 properties on behalf of City of Doncaster Council.

A total of £34 million is being invested in the scheme, which will bring these properties back into use and help towards meeting the high demand for council homes in the city. They will all be finished to a high standard with modern facilities, providing comfortable, safe and secure homes.

The properties will be in locations across the city and include different property types, such as bungalows, flats and houses. All will have between 2-4 bedrooms which will ensure that they are suitable for a range of people with different needs.

Dave Richmond who is the Chief Executive of St Leger Homes, said: “I’m delighted that this scheme is enabling us to help even more local people in need of quality, affordable housing for them and their families.

“This programme shows our commitment to working towards meeting the high demand for affordable housing in the city.”

Coun Glyn Jones who is the Cabinet member for Housing and Business, said: “As well as increasing the number of homes we can offer to people through the Doncaster Housing Register, this scheme is playing an important role in helping us bring more affordable homes back across the city.”