Denne, part of Bouygues, is pleased to announce it has handed over 17 new affordable homes in the village of Goldhanger, near Maldon, Essex.

Replacing eight prefabricated homes previously on the site, the new properties, which were built on behalf of Moat, are now available for shared ownership and affordable rent.

The 12, two bedroom houses and five, three bedroom houses incorporate a number of sustainable features including super-insulated timber frames, dual flush toilets, flow restrictors and positive pressure ventilation systems. As a result, the development achieved Code for Sustainable Homes Level 3.


The houses are designed to meet Lifetime Homes standards, so that they can be adapted to suit the needs of residents throughout their lives. For example, they have capacity for through-floor lifts to be installed in the future, if required by residents.

The result is an energy efficient, modern development that blends in with the rural surroundings. Five of the homes are being allocated to residents of Goldhanger Parish to meet the specific local housing needs. During construction, the Denne team developed close working relationships with the village community, Goldhanger Parish Council and the local building control officer, which were key to the project’s success.

Andrew Debnam, Head of Development Projects of Moat, said: "At Moat, we try to build homes for life – where our residents can live for the long-term and build sustainable communities. That’s why we’ve been so pleased to work with Denne and Maldon District Council at Maldon Road. The development is energy efficient, adaptable and modern but still manages to fit with the existing neighbourhood."

(CD/GK)