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The new government has unveiled the key points behind the proposed amendments to national planning policy expected later this month. Reacting to Monday’s announcement, Robbie Locke, Head of Planning and Strategic Land at Cora, said: “I think I speak for everyone at Cora and within our supply chain, in that we warmly welcome the reintroduction of housing targets. “What we have seen in recent years has been a watering down from government on a number of fronts, particularly those related to housing targets and the duty to cooperate. As a result, there has been no desire to deal with strategic issues. “The additional 300 planning officers are a good start – but putting that into perspective nationwide, we could be looking at one officer per local authority, who could then be faced with picking up a backlog of anywhere from tens to hundreds of applications. “The push towards grey belt sites is an interesting concept, however achieving targets of 300,000 homes per year cannot be achieved without significant exploration of greenfield land. Equally important, particularly over the next five years, is the role of small and medium size sites in quickly boosting housing supply. “It would also be pleasing to see some attention given to SME housebuilders, who also have sites within their portfolios that have challenges requiring government intervention. “Overall, Monday’s announcement is the first step in a long journey to fixing the damage caused by the previous administration. Rapid action is required to see tangible results in the next five years and we’re ready to get building and start Creating Amazing Places for future communities to thrive.” More information on Cora and our approach to strategic land can be found here: https://lnkd.in/eGSVQhTT. #Planning #PlanningReform #Construction #Housebuilder #CreatingAmazingPlaces

We’re excited to announce that Cora’s very own Aki Mitha has been shortlisted in the Housebuilder Media Awards 2024 for the Housebuilder Star Award! ⭐ The Housebuilder Awards recognise the best UK housebuilders, so it is an honour to have a member of the Cora team recognised for their amazing work. Please join us in congratulating Aki for being named a finalist 👏 #Awards #Shortlist #Housebuilder

We understand the importance of supporting local, which is why we always do what we can to educate our homeowners and potential buyers on the great amenities on offer in the local area. As part of this, we are thrilled to have partnered with two great local businesses near to our developments. 🍲 The team at Lancaster Gate have partnered with The Kings Reach in Biggleswade who are offering 20% off food for anyone who visits and collects a voucher at our Lancaster Gate showhome between 29th June and 13th July 2024. ☕ The team at Stoche Acre have also partnered with Roast & Radish in Stoke Golding who are offering 20% off drinks for anyone who visits and collects a voucher at our Stoche Acre showhome throughout July. Find out more about these developments and the businesses located nearby on our website: https://lnkd.in/eGdAw5ve https://lnkd.in/dFnrFfkX #LocalBusiness #Pub #Cafe #Partnership #CommunityRelations

Meet Dave – our Materials Handler at Cora Homes. Dave has been with Cora Homes for three years now and is known for going the extra mile for our residents. His infectious smile has been recognisable at multiple of our developments, including Redhill, Romney Meadows and Stoche Acre – where you will currently find him! He said: “I always try to help our customers and enjoy chatting with them on site. It’s a really nice feeling knowing your work is helping make their dream home come true. “You leave each site feeling really proud of what you have built.” https://lnkd.in/ekgKgADf  #CoraHomes #CreatingAmazingPlaces #StocheAcre #MeetTheTeam

It was great to welcome the team from Accent Group Ltd to our Lancaster Gate development this week as we handed over the keys to three new affordable homes. All of us at Cora are passionate about building affordable homes which don't only respond to the national housing crisis, but are built to the highest quality with sustainability in mind – helping reduce energy usage and keep bills down. That’s why each of these homes come complete with MVHR heat recovery systems and solar panels to boost their green credentials and minimise costs for residents. Those are just some of the reasons why people living in new build homes save as much as £183 a month on their energy bills compared to older properties (HBF Watt A Save 2024). This is a busy time at Lancaster Gate in the beautiful Bedfordshire village of Sutton. Discover more about the development here: https://lnkd.in/eGdAw5ve #LancasterGate #CreatingAmazingPlaces  

All of us at Cora are fully behind the Home Builders Federation and their election manifesto for 2024. This is especially true in its push for boosting greener growth by innovating in new technologies, driving down carbon emissions and creating new green jobs. At Cora, we create amazing places – and that wouldn't be possible without our steadfast commitment to sustainability. From investing in solar technology to power our compounds, to increasing biodiversity net gain, we strive to be a sustainable housebuilder looking to the future. You can read more about the HBF's manifesto here: https://lnkd.in/dTY8Pn_3 #Sustainability #Housebuilder #NewHomes #Election

At Cora we support the Home Builders Federation's plan detailing its asks of the next government, covering five key elements ranging from fixing the planning process, increasing housing supply and a roadmap for greener homes. As the general election continues to heat up, the Labour Party has today unveiled its “Freedom to Buy” plans to make home ownership more accessible through much-needed mortgage and planning reforms.   Reacting to both announcements, Robbie Locke, our Head of Planning and Strategic Land, said: “Britain needs to get building again and we welcome any proposals which recognise the problems at the heart of this issue and make home ownership a reality for people nationwide. “The housing crisis is one which will not go away without a clear commitment to planning and mortgage reform which break down the barriers to home ownership. Especially for first time buyers. “For too long developers – particularly SME housebuilders – have been plagued by an inadequate planning system which makes it harder to build the quality, green homes Britain so desperately needs. “It is good to see these plans link well with the Home Builders Federation’s blueprint for growth – echoing calls by housebuilders for more support for first time buyers and the reinstatement of housing targets. “There is a serious undersupply of homes in this country. Providing more good quality, energy efficient housing will bring better access and affordability.” More information on the Home Builders Federation’s vision can be found here: https://lnkd.in/ekQuc-Uv #Housebuilding #HousingCrisis #GeneralElection #CreatingAmazingPlaces

At Cora, we believe that buying a home should mean investing in a sustainable and environmentally friendly future. This World Environment Day, we explore how Cora homes enable our buyers enjoy an eco-friendly lifestyle. Every Cora home is installed with: 🌳 Hive thermostats 🌳 EV chargers 🌳 Energy efficient technology, saving you around £2,200 annually on energy bills* Learn more about our commitment to sustainability in our latest blog: https://lnkd.in/e3eUtwmp *https://lnkd.in/es5Fx2_N #Cora #CoraHomes #CreatingAmazingPlaces #WorldEnvironmentDay #GreenerFuture

Thanks to EyeSiteView, our customers can now virtually explore our stunning new release, The Rydal- plot 11, located at our Stoche Acre development in the popular village of Stoke Golding. Buying a home is exciting and that’s why at Cora, we strive to provide potential Cora Home buyers the best and stress-free experience. #FlythroughAnimation #NewHome #VirtualShowHome 

The Cora team were thrilled to support Pilgrims Pre-Preparatory School, located nearby to our Lancaster Gate development, by gifting a bird feeder for #NationalChildrensGardeningWeek. At Cora, sustainability and community are at our core. We have supported schools close to our other developments previously, with the team at Stoche Acre helping transform a primary school playground and The Old Sawmill team giving another school a fresh lick of paint before the start of term. We’re excited to continue supporting local schools to encourage learning about the great outdoors. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/d6S2-n9P #Sustainability #Wildlife #LancasterGate