Lovell win best social and affordable housing project

Lovell in East Anglia have been recognised for development excellence on its Sherwell Court development in Norwich.

The project was undertaken on behalf of Saffron Housing Trust, in partnership with Broadland District Council and Norfolk County Council.

Sherwell Court provides specially designed flats for young disabled people, in which they can be independent. The flats have been tailored to help them cope with their disabilities.

Broadland District Council Leader Elect, Cllr Andrew Proctor, says: "As a council we are proud to have been part of the initiative that made Sherwell Court a reality and delighted that such an innovative project has been recognised as the very best in social housing. The development offers marvelous facilities for our young disabled people, which in turn gives them the independence and quality of life they deserve."

Lovell was awarded Best Social and Affordable Housing Project at the 2011 LABC (Local Authority Building Control) Regional Awards for the development in Hellesdon, Norwich. Another Lovell development at Stanningfield, Bury St. Edmunds was one of the four finalists in the same category.

Peter Graves, business development manager at Lovell in East Anglia says: "Lovell is committed to delivering quality homes for local people and we are very proud of waht has been achieved at Sherwell Court. The award demonstrates the commitment shown by all involved in the scheme."

John Whitelock, Saffron Housing Trust's director of new business says: "I was delighted to accept the award on behalf of Saffron. Sherwell Court is a fantatic building and it enables young people with physical challenges the opportunity to live independently. We are delighted to have worked closely with Lovell, Broadland District Council and Norfolk County Council on this project."