Modular housebuilder TopHat has agreed a partnership with Together Housing to deliver 41 ultra-low carbon modular homes in Shadsworth, Blackburn.
It is the first time the housing association has opted to create a scheme using factory-built housing. TopHat will initially deliver 10 timber-framed modular homes for Together Housing, with a further 31 scheduled to be delivered as part of the scheme’s second phase.
Each of the homes will be net zero carbon and are expected to receive an EPC rating of A.
Andrew Shepherd, managing director at TopHat, said: “TopHat’s strategic partnership with Together Housing will quickly ramp up the delivery of highly energy-efficient homes for members of society that are most exposed to the cost-of-living crisis. TopHat and Together Housing are kindred spirits, having both committed whole-heartedly to decarbonising housing and building high-quality homes. We look forward to delivering this initial scheme for the people of Blackburn.”
Caroline Grosvenor, group director for place shaping at Together Housing Group said: “Delivering high quality new homes on our estates with minimal disruption to our residents is an essential element of our place shaping programme. The progressive modular methods used by TopHat contribute to our ambition to deliver new homes with minimal carbon impact, providing renewable energy for the household and lead the way in creating greener social housing. We are thrilled to see this partnership develop as we continue to invest in our local communities.”
TopHat is due to start installing the homes from March next year.
