Chartway Partnerships Group, in collaboration with housing association Moat, has announced that Swale Borough Council has granted planning permission for the development of 32 much-needed new affordable rented homes in Eastchurch, Isle of Sheppey.
The development proposal (planning application number 23/505678/FULL) is designed to create a high-quality, fully affordable housing community, blending into the existing character of Eastchurch while addressing the pressing need for new local affordable housing in the area.
The proposals include a range of new homes, including 1 and 2 bedroom flats, as well as 2 and 3 bedroom houses, designed to address local affordable rented housing needs.
Sustainability features prominently throughout the project, with the scheme designed to exceed current energy efficiency standards through the inclusion of Air Source Heat Pumps and EV charging points.
The landscape master plan prioritises biodiversity, with features including native field hedges, wildflower meadows and scrub zones.
The development will target achieving the government’s nationally set 10% Biodiversity Net Gain target, emphasising the retention of existing vegetation and the integration of new native planting to support local ecosystems.
The development aligns with the local housing needs in Swale and reflects the partnership and shared vision between Chartway and Moat.
Moat already owns and maintains over 1,000 affordable homes in Swale and will work closely with Swale Borough Council’s housing team to ensure that local community members with affordable housing needs can access the new homes.
Julian Moat, planning director at Chartway Partnerships Group, said: “The proposed development aligns with the local needs, offering much-needed local affordable rented new homes on the Isle of Sheppey in a setting that is sustainable with a family-centric housing design solution.
“The delivery of this site strengthens our key partnership with Moat Homes, realising our commitment to the region, community of Eastchurch and providing high-quality homes aligned with our vision to deliver homes for everyone.”
Steve Nunn, executive director growth at Moat Homes, added: “We’re really pleased to reach this milestone. It’s an important step in our efforts to provide more affordable rented homes in Swale, and we look forward to helping create a welcoming community in Eastchurch.”
