Gedling MP Michael Payne and Deputy Mayor of Gedling Cllr Kyle Robinson-Payne, donned hard hats last week to pay a visit to an under-construction retirement community in Daybrook.
The MP met the McCarthy Stone Davison House construction team, along with Land Director, James Hanna and Contracts Director, Lee Barrett to take a closer look at the development plans, view the construction progress and hear about communal facilities on offer.
Located on Mansfield Road, Davison House will consist of low-maintenance, energy efficient retirement apartments for the over 60s. They will also have state-of-the-art security features, including a 24-hour emergency call system and a House Manager to oversee the day-to-day running of the development.
Properties at Davison House are exclusively available as part of a government-backed scheme in conjunction with Homes England. The scheme, named Older Persons Shared Ownership (OPSO), provides a helping hand by reducing the upfront cost of a new retirement property by offering a choice of home ownership options up to 75%.
Monthly rent is payable on the remaining share except where the property is purchased for the maximum share of 75%.
The properties are currently available to reserve off-plan, and the first occupants are expected to move in later this year.
Gedling MP Michael Payne said: “It was a pleasure to visit Davison House and see the fantastic work being done to create a welcoming and supportive community for retirees in Daybrook – this is a great use of a former brownfield site.
“Developments like this are so important in providing older people with the chance to live independently while also being part of a community. It’s great to see more affordable options like this available locally here in Nottinghamshire, helping people to enjoy their retirement in comfort and security.”
James Hanna, Land Director at McCarthy Stone, said: “We are experiencing a housing crisis in the UK, where there are not enough suitable homes to support our ageing population, and this is leading to many older people not being able to access the support and the care they need.
“Our Daybrook development is aimed specifically at enhancing the availability of more affordable housing in and around the Nottingham area through the OPSO scheme, so retirees can enjoy the lifestyle they’ve dreamed of without having to pay the full price.”
Gud news for arnold. Well done mr payne