New houses being built on farmstead for people who've lost theirs to the sea
Work has finally started on a £3m scheme to give a roof to people who have lost their home to the sea.
Nine homes will be built on a former farmstead at Skipsea, close to All Saints Church, a mile from the sea.
The five two-bedroom bungalows and four two and three-bedroom houses are being built for Broadacres housing association at Church Farm.
They will be for social rent, with priority given to those who have lost their homes to the sea.
Vast swathes of coastline, outside the built-up areas of Bridlington, Withernsea and Hornsea, have been left without sea defences for decades as a result of a “do nothing” policy, agreed by successive governments.
People have been forced from their homes on Green Lane, Skipsea, as they get ever closer to the cliffedge, although some still hang on. Claire Townson, Chief Executive of Broadacres, said: “We are delighted to be working with East Riding Council and Homes England to bring forward these much-needed affordable homes in Skipsea.
“By giving priority to people whose homes have been, or could be, affected by coastal erosion, these new homes will help residents remain rooted in the area they know, with the security and support they need for the future.”
The £3.1m cost includes an £800,000 contribution from Changing Coasts East Riding, £244,000 from tERYC, £1m from Homes England and the rest from Broadacres.