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A planning application is being prepared for the redevelopment of the former Shadon House site, Northumberland Place, Birtley, for the delivery of a residential development of 22no. affordable homes with associated infrastructure and landscaping. The application is being prepared on behalf of Gateshead Council’s Housing Delivery Team with the support of local construction company Manners Group. The proposal will provide a range of affordable housing consisting of a mix of 1, 2 and 3 bedroom homes. This will allow for a range of house types which will suit a variety of occupiers. The draft layout plan has been designed to respect surrounding residential properties and follow the alignment of the existing dwellings where possible. It includes a communal garden for residents to the centre, in addition to provide amenity space. Key features include:

• Provision of a variety of house types;
• On street parking bays provided along the eastern, western and southern boundaries;
• Landscaping scheme and areas of open space;
• Communal garden area in addition to private amenity space;
• Constructed to exceed current standards of energy efficiency; and
• Sustainable drainage measures to manage surface water from the development.