Council leader tours new homes under construction in Rotherham town centre

Rotherham council’s leader and cabinet member for jobs and the local economy have toured an under-construction housing development at Westgate Riverside.
Danielle Andrews
By Danielle Andrews
Published 7th Jun 2022, 10:43 BST
Updated 7th Jun 2022, 14:16 BST
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When complete, Westgate Riverside will made up of 72 homes, including apartments and houses, overlooking the River Don.

Fourty-four will be available for council rent, 20 for private sale and eight under shared ownership.

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A guided tour of new development was taken by council leader Chris Read and councillor Denise Lelliott last week, which is one of the three council housing projects due to be completed this year.A guided tour of new development was taken by council leader Chris Read and councillor Denise Lelliott last week, which is one of the three council housing projects due to be completed this year.
A guided tour of new development was taken by council leader Chris Read and councillor Denise Lelliott last week, which is one of the three council housing projects due to be completed this year.
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A tour of development was taken by council leader Chris Read and councillor Denise Lelliott last week, which is one of the three council housing projects due to be completed this year.

Councillor Read said: “This is an exciting transformation and what we’ve seen today is impressive. The housing looks great and will provide modern living. I’m looking forward to welcoming people into their new homes.”

Councillor Lelliott added: “These homes are well-built and exceptionally well-designed. They’re a key part of the town centre masterplan and we’re delighted that they will attract residents to the heart of our town.”

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