Modular homes craned into place for homeless families in Barking

Modular homes craned into place for homeless families in Barking

20 new modular homes have been craned into place in Barking and Dagenham to house local homeless people. The 20 two-bedroom modular homes will be finished off by Jerram Falkus.

They are situated at a former garage site in Wivenhoe Road, Barking.

Councillor Saima Ashraf, deputy leader and cabinet member for community leadership and engagement, said: “These new homes will be for local families who are on our council waiting list and are yet to be given a permanent home, so they can still remain in the borough and close to family and friends.

“By using the latest modular technology we can build at pace so we can put a roof over their heads more quickly.”

Councillor Cameron Geddes, cabinet member for regeneration and social housing, commented: “The housing situation is not getting any easier in these current times and now more than ever it’s so important we deliver quality housing more quickly to house local families.”

New homes built in record time
Martin Andvik, construction manager at Be First, said: “The use of modern modular construction has allowed for these new homes to be built and delivered in record time, matching the council’s ambition to provide homes for people in need.”

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