Women-only social housing block approved
A women-only social housing block in Ealing, west London, has been approved by planning officials.
The 15-storey Brook House in Acton, W12, will comprise 102 social rent flats for single women facing inequality, abuse and disadvantages. It will be developed and managed by Women’s Pioneer Housing and supported by L&Q.
The original estate, comprising 39 flats, was built in the 1930s, with additional homes and blocks built in the 1970s.
A women-only social housing block in Ealing, west London, has been approved by planning officials.
The 15-storey Brook House in Acton, W12, will comprise 102 social rent flats for single women facing inequality, abuse and disadvantages. It will be developed and managed by Women’s Pioneer Housing and supported by L&Q.
The original estate, comprising 39 flats, was built in the 1930s, with additional homes and blocks built in the 1970s.
Tracey Downey, chief executive at Women’s Pioneer Housing, said: “We strongly believe that providing more good-quality, affordable homes for women is critically important, particularly during this cost-of-living and energy crisis.
“We are more than just ‘bricks and mortar’ – we support our residents’ independence and wellbeing and this new building will provide a real home for many women in dire need.”
Jacqueline Esimaje-Heath, development growth director at L&Q, said: “The ongoing cost-of-living crisis has pushed so many Londoners on to housing waiting lists and we truly believe it is often with the help of small builders and specialised housing associations, like WPH, that we can create truly inclusive and diverse communities.”
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