Wolverhampton Council takes possession of 10 new wheelchair-friendly bungalows

Ten new bungalows built on the site of a former care home have been handed over to Wolverhampton Council.

The homes in Hendon Close, Low Hill are aimed at people with disabilities, being of a wheelchair-friendly design.

They have now been handed over to Bushbury Hill estate management board, and it is hoped they will free up some larger council properties for families.

Councillor Steve Evans, cabinet member for housing, said: “These new bungalows will provide high quality, accessible homes for local people who need them most, helping tenants to live independently and comfortably in accommodation designed around their needs.

“As well as delivering much-needed accessible and affordable housing, the development will also help free up larger council homes for families, making the best use of our housing stock.

“These energy-efficient properties demonstrate our commitment to providing modern, sustainable council homes while supporting residents and communities across Wolverhampton.”

Gavin Ward, of Morro Partnerships which built the houses, said: “These 10 bungalows show what can be achieved when we work closely with our council partners to meet real local need.

“They give tenants with accessibility needs energy-efficient homes built around them. We’re proud to have played our part and thank the council’s housing development team for their collaboration.”