Spring has arrived in Steep – and on Church Road, the new almshouses are visibly springing out of the ground.
There has been a lot of curiosity about the site and the new homes being built – so here’s where things stand and what’s ahead.
Build contracts between Steep In Need trustees, Wilson Designer Homes and Eames Almshouses are in place. The Section 106 agreement – the legal document that sets out what the development must deliver for the community – has been agreed and signed. Eames have purchased the land and will take ownership of the three new almshouses when complete.
This has been a collaborative effort between the three parties, as well as EHDC and South Downs National Park Authority. It’s pleasing to see a shared vision becoming a shared reality. The three new almshouses will provide affordable housing for people with a connection to Steep for many years to come.
Wilson Designer Homes remain confident that all building work will be completed in Spring 2027.
The temporary road closure on Church Road – needed to connect water and power to the site – has now taken place. We’re grateful for residents’ patience during that disruption.
We know that living alongside a building site isn’t always easy – the noise, the vehicles, the general disruption. The Site Manager’s details (Doug Logan) are on the site signage if you ever have a concern.
It won’t be long before those artist’s impressions become real front doors, real windows, and real homes for real people.
If you are interested in residency in the new Almshouses, please contact [email protected]