Building work has started on the construction of a new 49-bed extra care housing scheme at Haford y Parc in Abergele, North Wales.
The project, which is being developed by North Wales Housing in partnership with Conwy County Borough Council, will comprise 49 one and two-bedroom apartments and will offer independent living with supportive care services.
As part of the development contract, Capita Symonds is providing project management, cost management, construction design and management co-ordination, structural engineering, landscape architecture,drainage design and BREEAM consultancy.
The project is due for completion in November 2013 and demolition of the former residential home at the site has now taken place, with preparation work carried out ready for construction to begin. The project will make extensive use of pre-cast manufactured concrete panels which will result in a much reduced construction period and improved fire ratings. The panels will also play a key role in enabling the project to achieve a BREEAM ‘excellent’ rating for sustainability.
Phil Danson, places director at North Wales Housing, said: “There is a clear need throughout North Wales for more extra care housing that allows people to sustain an independent lifestyle with peace of mind through a care option.
“A controlled demolition has now taken place, with preparation of the site ready for construction underway. We look forward to the project really beginning to take shape and gaining momentum.”
Chris Hughes, cabinet member for social care and health at Conwy County Borough Council, added: “Modernising residential care is a key priority for the council and we’re partners in four extra care schemes across the county borough. We want to provide the best possible services for local people and I’m delighted to see work start on this exciting new scheme right in the heart of Abergele.”
The project team also includes K&C contractors and ISP architects.
