Work complete on Pennywell supported housing - Sunderland City Council

A group of brand new single-storey houses has been finished on the old hospital grounds in Pennywell.

The area, which is now called Sycamore Park, consists of 19 one-bedroom homes specifically designed for individuals with disabilities who need support.

Sycamore Park is located where the old Havelock Hospital used to be, right by Hylton Road. The building was no longer being used and was in bad condition before it was torn down to make room for the new houses.

Now finished, it will enhance the current housing at St Clement's Court and provide a more thorough, interconnected, and effective support system in the vicinity.

The project was created by MCC Homes Limited, a company located in Sunderland, with a focus on sustainability. Solar panels have been installed on each property to provide renewable energy for tenants. Additionally, there are electric vehicle charging stations in the shared parking area for tenants and guests. The project also features eco-friendly drainage systems, including rainwater gardens.

In the past few years, Sunderland City Council's Housing Development Team has been concentrating on providing more supported housing and single-level homes for seniors and individuals with disabilities. This allows vulnerable residents to reside in homes that help them maintain their independence for a longer period of time. This initiative has been implemented in order to address the housing requirements of the city.

Councillor Kevin Johnston, who is in charge of housing, regeneration, and business for Sunderland City Council, expressed his joy at the completion of this project. He is excited to see residents move into these new supported houses, which are designed to meet their specific needs. Sycamore Park will offer accessible housing for vulnerable residents in Sunderland, providing them with the support they need to live comfortably and independently.

This plan works well with other projects we have completed at Washington Old School and Valiant Close in Hendon, and we have more projects planned in the future. A lot of these renovations involve replacing abandoned or rundown buildings and making them useful again for the local community.

Luke Lee, who is in charge of operations at MCC Homes, expressed that the transformation of the old Havelock Hospital location is a project that is significant for our team. As a small business based in Sunderland, we are very happy about the positive effects this development will have on the community. We want to recognize Sunderland City Council for believing in this project and for assisting local developers like us.