Net zero carbon homes initiative could put Essex on track for 2025 goal
An innovative Dutch energy efficiency initiative in Maldon has been used as an example to help Essex reach a recommended
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Chelmsford Council defends ‘disappointing’ affordable housing figures
The Lib Dem administration on Chelmsford Council has defended its affordable housing policy after being accused of failing to deliver
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19,000 news homes planned for Waltham Forest in draft local plan
Waltham Forest Council aims to see at least 19,000 new homes built in the borough over the next 15 years.
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Chelmsford Council faces threat of legal challenge after affordable housing green light
Residents have hit back at a decision from Chelmsford City Council to build on green space, keeping open the threat
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Southend Council hoping to build up to 12 homes on Lundy Close despite objections
After more than a year of controversy council bosses have said they will move ahead with plans to build homes
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Residents furious after Southend Council reveals 18 homes could be built on Lundy Close
Residents have slammed Southend Council for housing plans that could see up to 18 homes built on an estate which
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Redbridge councillor quits housing cabinet role
Redbridge Council’s cabinet member in charge of housing and homelessness has announced her resignation from the role. Cllr Farah Hussain
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Plans for 350 homes in South Woodham Ferrers revealed
Proposals have been put forward for 350 homes in South Woodham Ferrers – a plan that has been previously argued
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Developers urged to bring affordable housing forward in Chelmsford as building costs plummet
Developers have been called on to speed up their affordable housing plans as new figures show development costs have been
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Planning reforms will not help the 1,500 Southend families on housing waiting list say Fossetts Farm campaigners
Campaigners calling for affordable and social housing to be built on former NHS land at Fossetts Farm have said the
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