Our Chief Executive Matthew Harrison recently joined project partners and local councillors at an event to mark the start of work at Fitton Hill ‘Hartshead View’ which will deliver 365 new homes at the development in Oldham.
Matt was joined by partners from Countryside Partnerships, Sigma, and Oldham Council to the site situated on the brownfield land formally occupied by Fitton Hill County Infant, Fitton Hill Secondary Modern and Marland Fold Schools, as well as a now-demolished housing estate.
Working in partnership with Great Places and Sigma Capital, Countryside will deliver 97 build-to-rent homes under Sigma’s private rental brand, Simple Life, and 81 affordable houses to be managed by Great Places. The Leader of Oldham Council, Councillor Arooj Shah, and the Council’s Cabinet Member for Housing, Councillor Elaine Taylor, were also taken on a tour of the site where they were able to learn more about the £83 million development.
Commenting on the start of the project our Chief Executive said:
We’re delighted to be working with Countryside and Sigma to deliver 81 homes at Fitton Hill, a development that will provide much-needed affordable housing for the local community. The scheme is testament to the power of partnership working.
This project demonstrates our commitment to creating great places to live across Greater Manchester, and we look forward to seeing the progress of the development and welcoming the first residents in 2024.
Joe Turner, Managing Director, Manchester and Cheshire East, Countryside Partnerships:
Through collaboration with partners such as Great Places and Sigma our development portfolio remains diverse, delivering the homes that people need in the areas that need them most. It was a fantastic opportunity to welcome Oldham Council to Fitton Hill, as they have played a crucial role in the project’s realisation. “This celebration marks a significant milestone in our journey, and it’s a testament to the commitment of our partners. Together, we are bringing a development that will not only satisfy local housing demand, but will also enhance the wider community through significant investment.
