After adding 27 extra homes to Glen Lodge in 2018, work is starting to refurbish and make the 32 original apartments more energy-efficient, accessible and comfortable.
This popular independent living community in Heworth was originally built in the 1970s and a £4 million investment in 2018 added 25 new apartments and two new bungalows to it.
The extensive refurbishment of the original building will put the original living and communal spaces on a par with the new extension.
The refurbishment includes:
- complete rewiring and replumbing
- installing a new heating system compatible with a low-energy and low-carbon air source heat pump
- increasing current levels of insulation including insulating balconies to keep temperatures more constant in all seasons
- fitting new double-glazed windows
- completely replacing all kitchens and bathrooms with accessible fittings
- giving three ground floor apartments improved access to the scheme’s gardens by adding external doors, and adding patios - where space permits.
Cllr Michael Pavlovic, Executive Member for Housing at City of York Council, said:
Providing older residents who most need it, affordable, energy efficient and accessible accommodation is a foundation of our ambition for the city. This £3.23 million investment will create a uniformly modern and comfortable independent living community where high quality care can be given 24/7 and residents can thrive.
The work is due to complete in spring 2025 when residents will be able to move in.
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