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2023
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THE CHALLENGE
Leeds City Council sought to create a specialist children’s home on the site of the old Pinfold Children’s Home in Halton, Leeds, to allow children with autism and complex needs to remain close to their families in Leeds, whilst also reducing the amount of money the council spends outsourcing for private placements in homes far away across the UK. These children typically have learning difficulties, are on the autistic spectrum or have a high level of physical or medical needs. They often display high levels of behaviours that challenge.Â
THE OUTCOME
West Yorkshire based contractor R. H. Fullwood were appointed to deliver the scheme through Lot 1 of EN:Procure’s new build framework by direct selection. By applying Value Engineering principles, supported by EN:Procure’s specialist services, early contractor involvement assisted in closing the scheme’s viability gap and helped bring this stalled site forward to construction.
The £1.8m facility, designed by NPS Leeds, has the feel and look of a standard five-bedroom home, four ensuite bedrooms and several sensory and play rooms, a trampoline room, plus parking spaces and outdoor play areas.
Sustainability Features
- Energy Efficiency Measures 31% above Building Regulation Standards
- 100% Low energy lighting
- EV charging points
- Air Source Heat Pumps installed for heating and hot water to minimise dependence on gas
- 10kW Solar PV Panels
- SUDS features to manage surface water run off
Increasing the provision of good-quality, energy-efficient and affordable housing forms a key part of our efforts to ensure Leeds is a place that has opportunities and communities for all. The regeneration of Sugar Hill Close and Wordsworth Drive is a great example of how ambitious thinking and partnership working can help us achieve that aim, and it was a pleasure to attend the ground-breaking ceremony at the site.
Councillor Jess Lennox | Leeds City Council
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