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Bourn Meadows, Near Billingshurst, West Sussex, England

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NAME: Bourn Meadows

LOCATION: Near Billingshurst, West Sussex, RH14 0NQ, England - view in Google Earth

DEVELOPER: Rydon Homes

FOR SALE: 20 one-, two-, three-, and four-bedroom houses.

PRICE: From £330,000

COMPLETION: The first quarter of 2008.

LAST UPDATED: 05 May 2009

Global Property Guide:
Investor’s Overview

In keeping with Rydon Homes’ Commitment to sustainability, all homes at this site will reach the Ecohomes ‘very good’ rating. Comprising detached and terraced units set around a village green, eco features include: energy efficient appliances; environmentally sensitive building design with maximum natural light; aerated taps and dual flush toilets; low energy external lighting; and kitchen recycling containers.

  • zero-carbon
  • Energy efficient boilers are installed in properties. Buildings orientated south facing to maximise natural light/warmth and thus use less energy for lighting/heating. 75% of interior lighting will be energy efficient; external lighting will be energy efficient through use of movement sensor activated lighting (PIR).

  • zero-waste
  • Separated recycling receptacles will be installed in kitchens of all homes.

  • sustainable water
  • Initiatives include aerated taps; dual flush toilets; and 200 litre water butts will be supplied to each household to capture rainwater.

  • local and sustainable building materials
  • Carefully designed to fit in with the vernacular style, roofs will be plain clay, hogs-back-ridge, valley and bonnet hip tiles; windows will be painted white with flush joints and the external doors will be varnished hardwood.

  • sustainable transport
  • Cycle storage facilities provided.

 
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Hallam Fields, Birstall, Leicester, England

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NAME: Hallam Fields

LOCATION: Off Loughborough Road, Birstall, Leicester, LE4 3LH, England - view in Google Earth

DEVELOPER: Jelson Homes

FOR SALE: One-bedroom apartments to six-bedroom houses

PRICE: from £119,950

COMPLETION: Not specified.

LAST UPDATED: 05 May 2009

Global Property Guide:
Investor’s Overview

Jelson Homes’ flagship development, Hallam Fields is an innovative and exciting project to create a new community in Birstall, Leicestershire. Offering around 50 styles of property ranging from one- to six-bedrooms, each will be not only modern and stylish but also have a recognisable local identity.

  • zero-carbon
  • Some solar panels have been installed.

  • zero-waste
  • During the construction process, building materials such as timber, hardcore, plasterboard and scrap metal are recycled.

  • sustainable water
  • Water saving devices includes low-flush mechanisms on toilets, and water butts with the aim to reduce water usage in the garden.

  • local and sustainable building materials
  • Local labour is used and building blocks come from a nearby village.

  • sustainable transport
  • The road network is designed to enhance pedestrian safety and give them priority over motorists - aided by the use of different surface materials. Cycling is encouraged by a network of cycle ways that run through the development. There will also be a Park and Ride Scheme into Leicester.

 
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Heathfields, Newton Heath, Manchester, England

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NAME: Heathfields

LOCATION: Newton Heath, Manchester, M40 2EF, England - view in Google Earth

DEVELOPER: Bellway

FOR SALE: Two-, three- and four-bedroom homes and two-bedroom apartments

PRICE: From £131,950 to £185,250

COMPLETION: Started May 2007

LAST UPDATED: 05 May 2009

Global Property Guide:
Investor’s Overview

Heathfields is a development where eco-initiatives are part of the requirements of planning permission. Water and waste conservation measures have been implemented; high levels of insulation will ensure heat retention and energy use reduction. The development has achieved a BRE Ecohomes rating of ‘Very Good’.

  • zero-carbon
  • Emphasis has been placed on energy use reduction initiatives and high insulation levels.

  • zero-waste
  • Provision to segregate waste is provided for residents; local authority recycling schemes are in place.

  • sustainable water
  • Aerated taps and reduced flush toilets have been installed; rainwater is harnessed for irrigation purposes.

  • local and sustainable building materials
  • Non specified by the developer.

  • sustainable transport
  • Traffic calming measures will be implemented on the proposed public estate roads. Local public transport options are adjacent to the site.