Wates has been selected to deliver a new £73 million residential scheme in London.

The contractor will build around 280 new homes as part of the redevelopment of Arthur Street estate in Bexley.

The new homes are being delivered for Orbit Housing Association (HA) and 80% of which will be made 'affordable'.

HKR Architects will deliver the masterplan and design of the scheme. Other highlights include associated parking and public open space. Orbit and Wates Residential will consult with the local community before submitting a planning application to London Borough of Bexley in summer 2018.

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Maggie McCann, development director at Orbit, said: "We're delighted to continue our partnership with Wates.

"We want the Arthur Street estate to be a great place to live now and for future generations. The regeneration of Arthur Street looks beyond bricks and mortar and will encourage an inclusive community for people who wish to work in London and live in a neighbourly community."

Paul Nicholls, regional managing director, added: "The regeneration of the Larner Road Estate and subsequent development of Erith Park is the perfect example of what good really looks like with both the area and community having seen a vast improvement in their surroundings and Erith Park becoming a highly desirable place to live.

"Wates' relationship with Orbit has gone from strength to strength, working collaboratively as one team. It also reinforces how well the partnership is doing and the team on site at Erith Park should be commended. We very much look forward to continuing the good work and seeing the ongoing transformation at Erith."

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