Council team shortlisted for top housing awards

Projects delivered by the Development and Acquisitions Team that work within Eastbourne Borough Council and Lewes District Council, have been shortlisted for six top awards.

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The Inside Housing Development Awards are the 'Olympics of social housing' and an incredible six projects from across Eastbourne and Newhaven are on the shortlist for the prestigious accolades.

Council housing schemes in Eastbourne at Fort Lane (best development up to 3 storeys) and The Glenn in Southfields Road (best development 4+ storeys and best affordable housing development - less than £10m) and Stowe Place in Newhaven (best development 4+ storeys and best affordable development - less than £10m) are all in line for recognition at the Inside Housing awards in September.

Councillor Peter Diplock, Cabinet Member for Housing at Eastbourne Borough Council, said:

"This event is the Olympics of social housing and to be shortlisted across multiple categories is a significant achievement. I'm hugely grateful to the entire team for their hard work, dedication and determination to provide high quality homes for our tenants."

The officers have also been shortlisted for the best development team award in the urban category.

The award winners will be announced on September 27 in London.

Published on July 30, 2024.