Gentoo plans 49 new social homes in Hetton-le-Hole

Gentoo Group has launched a public consultation on plans for 49 social and affordable homes south of Great Lime Road.

The proposals include a mix of two-bedroom bungalows alongside two, three, and four-bedroom houses on grassland located next to Eppleton Academy Primary School and Nursery.

Proposed site plan for 49 new affordable homes in Hetton-le-Hole. (Image: Gentoo Group)

Joanne Gordon, homes and development director at Gentoo Group, said: “There is a clear and growing need for high-quality, social and affordable homes in Sunderland, and developments like this are vital if the city is to meet Sunderland City Council’s target of delivering at least 13,410 new homes by 2033.

“At Gentoo, we believe everyone has the right to a good quality home they can afford.

“These proposals would help meet local housing needs while creating a well-designed development that complements the existing community and supports strong, sustainable neighbourhoods.”

Proposed CGIs for 49 new affordable homes in Hetton-le-Hole. (Image: Gentoo Group)

Gentoo said the scheme has been carefully designed to integrate well with the existing neighbourhood and meet the housing needs of the area.

Residents living nearby, including the local school and nursery, have received a leaflet explaining the proposals and how to provide feedback, and a public consultation even will be held on Tuesday (March 17) from 2pm til 7pm at Eppleton Cricket Club on Church Road.

Members of the public will be able to review the proposals, speak to Gentoo’s project team, and share their comments in person.

The public consultation will remain open until Tuesday, March 31.

Gentoo has said resident feedback will be considered before a planning application is submitted in summer.