Assheton Court - Redevelopment Objectives

Vision

• A far larger number of sheltered flats to help meet housing needs
• A high quality scheme meeting modern standards and expectations
• Wheelchair accessible flats and all flats suitable for those with limited mobility (including increased mobility scooter storage)
• A significantly improved energy efficiency rating and the incorporation of greener technologies; benefiting the wider environment and improving the energy costs/comfort for residents

Proposal

• Provides Approx. 60 flats with a mix of 1 and 2 bedrooms
• Site size increased slightly, but no reduction in public car parking spaces
• Sheltered affordable housing owned by Fareham Borough Council
• Designed to current space standards
• Accessible units for mobility needs
• Designed with a fabric first approach - energy efficient building with minimal running costs
• Robust materials that age gracefully
• Future proofed for climate change - greener energy solutions and raised ground floor levels

A higher quality scheme that fulfils the needs of the individual residents, borough and the wider environment with concern for both immediate and distant futures