Shared Ownership opportunity

New shared ownership opportunity

Housing, planning and environment news

Epping Forest District Council (EFDC) is partnering with Hastoe Group to deliver shared ownership at George Celry Place in Stapleford Abbotts.

The development includes 3 shared ownership properties, 2 to 3 bedrooms. Two of the properties have been sold with one, 2 bed property still available.

Visit the Share to Buy website to find out more information on the last remaining property:

Are you eligible?

To be eligible to purchase a shared ownership home at George Celry Place, buyers must:

  • Live or work in the Epping Forest district
  • Have a gross household income of no more than £80,000 per annum
  • Be unable to purchase a suitable home on the open market
  • Not already own a home or be the process of selling their home before they buy

All applicants will be subject to approval by EFDC, as well as Hastoe Group

Deadline for applications is Thursday 20 March 2025.

Supporting local residents

Councillor Nigel Bedford, Portfolio Holder for Housing said:

The council is dedicated to providing affordable housing and supporting local residents. This represents another fantastic chance for first time buyer to enter the property market, especially for those who might not otherwise be able to.

Partnerships like this make it possible for Epping Forest District council to continue to offer shared ownership homes for individuals living and working in the district.

Councillor Nigel Bedford, Portfolio Holder for Housing

Further information

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