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The uncertainty that arrived with the global COVID-19 pandemic has led many to re-evaluate and prioritise household finances and, for those keen to make a move to a new home, there’s never better time to look at new homes that keep their running costs down. Highwood’s sustainable, energy efficient homes rely on environmentally sensitive technologies and materials so they’re always cheaper to run.

Highwood has achieved ‘overwhelming’ support for its care village scheme at the Park. In a meeting of Test Valley Borough Council’s (TVBC) Southern area planning committee, the state-of-the-art care home and specialist accommodation for the elderly was recognised by members for providing a ‘real need’ for this type of development. Construction is expected to begin later this summer.

When we reopened our marketing suites and show homes at Avenue park and Homewood Park in May, we didn’t expect the new measures we’d implemented would have such a positive effect on our prospective purchasers. We’re overwhelmed by the positive feedback we’ve received –­ and the increasing numbers of reservations we’ve seen for new homes in recent weeks is testament to that.

Two planning applications for new phases of construction at Highwood’s North Stoneham Park development have been given the go-ahead by Eastleigh Local Area Committee (ELAC). The applications were heard by the planning committee during ELAC’s first ever planning meeting held before a live online audience in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic distancing restrictions.

Following updated guidance from the Government, we’re delighted to announce that our marketing suites and show homes at Avenue Park and Homewood Park will re-open on Wednesday 20^th March. Please note all viewings and meetings will be strictly by prior appointment at this time.

Construction at North Stoneham Park has resumed today after a pause in work in March due to the coronavirus outbreak and subsequent lockdown restrictions. We’ve conducted thorough risk assessments to ensure we can get back on site with all necessary safeguards in place for our project teams and sub-contractors.

Throughout the lockdown period, we have continued to communicate and collaborate with our installation network, supply chain partners and sub-contractors to plan in readiness for a gradual lifting of restrictions and we are now pleased to confirm that Highwood is preparing to be back on site during mid-May.

North Stoneham Park developer, Highwood, donates its stock of surplus PPE (personal protection equipment) to Rowans Hospice to help supplement the shortfall of equipment that many in the healthcare sector is currently experiencing.

The uncertainty caused by the coronavirus outbreak can be overwhelming – especially for those in a housing chain. Get the latest advice from the Government, Public Health England and the Home Builders Federation (HBF) here.