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Zero-Carbon Homes Shortlisted for Second Consecutive Year

After picking up an award for its Cullompton development, the Councils planned modular housing development in Tiverton has been shortlisted for five awards in the South West’s Construction Excellence Awards.

Posted on: 05/06/2023 11:20:21

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artist impression of home at Post Hill

Plans for Affordable Homes at Post Hill Given the Go Ahead

Proposals to add 70 homes to Mid Devon District Council’s housing stock have been given the go ahead.

Posted on: 20/10/2022 12:36:29

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Groundworks at Beech Road, Tiverton

Groundworks start on Council’s Housing Stock New Builds

Mid Devon District Council has started work on another development, to add to its increasing number of council-owned homes for local people.

Posted on: 28/09/2022 10:52:35

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Zero-Carbon Homes Pick Up Regional Housing Award

Zero-Carbon Homes Pick Up Regional Housing Award

A planned modular housing development has received the Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) award in the South West’s Constructing Excellence Awards, while being shortlisted for further national accolades.

Posted on: 21/09/2022 09:54:35

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Mid Devon Housing Wrap-up Series of Successful Neighbourhood Walkabouts

Mid Devon Housing Wrap-up Series of Successful Neighbourhood Walkabouts

Council Housing Officers have been busy this spring visiting and engaging with residents from across the district.

Posted on: 10/06/2022 12:50:59

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Zero Carbon Homes Planned for Cullompton Shortlisted for Multiple Awards

Zero Carbon Homes Planned for Cullompton Shortlisted for Multiple Awards

A planned modular housing development in Cullompton has been shortlisted for four awards in the South West’s Construction Excellence Awards.

Posted on: 20/04/2022 10:17:19

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Model Homes Showcase What Future of Housing Could Look Like

Model Homes Showcase What Future of Housing Could Look Like

Two previously void properties in Lapford were on display for Mid Devon Councillors to view this week – showcasing achievable improvements the Council could make to support the decarbonisation of its housing stock.

Posted on: 09/12/2021 14:12:43

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Visitors to modular home impressed with what’s on show

Visitors to modular home impressed with what’s on show

Since opening at the start of August the show home at Culm Valley Car Park, on display in partnership with Zed Pods Ltd, has welcomed over 400 visitors.

Posted on: 15/09/2021 12:29:20

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Council’s Housing Plans for Next Five Years Need Community Input

Council’s Housing Plans for Next Five Years Need Community Input

Mid Devon District Council has launched a public consultation as it sets out its plan to deliver new and improved housing across the district.

Posted on: 01/09/2021 13:54:11

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Proposed Sites for 14 New Modular Homes Identified

Proposed Sites for 14 New Modular Homes Identified

St. Andrews, Cullompton and Shapland Place, Tiverton have been identified as suitable sites for the exciting new projects – with a stunning show home available to view from this Tuesday (3rd August).

Posted on: 29/07/2021 13:09:38

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Modular Show Home Goes on Display in Mid Devon

Modular Show Home Goes on Display in Mid Devon

Mid Devon District Council is continuing its move towards carbon zero with the launch of two new modular housing projects in Cullompton and Tiverton.

Posted on: 18/06/2021 13:59:55

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New homes under construction at Turner Rise

Millions to be Invested as Council Welcomes New Powers for Council Home Building

Mid Devon District Council has welcomed the Government’s decision to support Local Authorities with their own council housing build programmes, as it sets out ambitious plans to build more than 50 new council homes in the district.

Posted on: 24/03/2021 10:08:59

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Owner fined for serious safety failings in HMO

Owner fined for serious safety failings in House of Multiple Occupation (HMO)

Drivehall Ltd, the owner of 1B Brook House, in Cullompton has been fined £18,000 plus costs for breaches in regulations pertaining to the Housing Act 2004, following a hearing in Exeter Magistrates' on 7 August 2020

Posted on: 04/09/2020 17:15:35

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Tiverton’s Turner Rise housing development shortlisted for regional awards

Tiverton’s Turner Rise housing development shortlisted for regional awards

Mid Devon District Council’s social housing development on the edge of Palmerston Park has been shortlisted for two awards run by the LABC

Posted on: 09/07/2020 15:13:36

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Council’s continued support for tenants receives praise

Council’s continued support for tenants receives praise

Tenants of MDDC have been supported throughout the pandemic by both the Housing and Repairs Teams

Posted on: 29/06/2020 13:37:33

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Council to enforce new electrical checks to ensure safety of Mid Devon tenants in privately rented properties

Council to enforce new electrical checks to ensure safety of Mid Devon tenants in privately rented properties

On 1st June 2020, new regulations will come into force requiring private landlords in England to meet electrical safety standards by undertaking safety checks in their tenanted properties at least every 5 years

Posted on: 26/05/2020 18:26:26

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Council hosts joint webinar to help make landlords aware of their obligations during the COVID-19 outbreak

Council hosts joint webinar to help make landlords aware of their obligations during the COVID-19 outbreak

On Wednesday, 15 April, the Council's Public Health & Regulatory Services team organised a joint webinar with Ashfords solicitors focusing on the impact the Coronavirus is having on residential landlords

Posted on: 23/04/2020 12:21:51

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Council staff support NHS with home adaptations work

Council staff support NHS with home adaptations work

A team of staff from Mid Devon District Council has been helping to ease the burden on the NHS by carrying out home adaptations in the district

Posted on: 17/04/2020 12:17:43

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Properties closed in Tiverton in order to reduce crime

Properties closed in Tiverton in order to reduce crime

Several properties in Tiverton were closed last week after the Council obtained Closure Orders in response to anti-social behaviour (ASB) issues identified

Posted on: 17/03/2020 10:54:51

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Mid Devons informative Landlord Networking Event proves successful again

Mid Devon's informative Landlord Networking Event proves successful again

On Wednesday evening, 2 October, the Council's Public Health & Regulatory Services team organised another successful event aimed at improving private rented accommodation

Posted on: 18/10/2019 15:34:12

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Council marks 100 years of social housing with opening of new Tiverton homes

Council marks 100 years of social housing with opening of new Tiverton homes

Mid Devon District Council has marked the completion of its latest new social housing units by holding an opening ceremony at its new development in Turner Rise.

Posted on: 27/09/2019 13:14:27

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Local property landlords! Mid Devon’s popular Landlord Networking Event is back

Mid Devon’s popular Landlord Networking Event is back

Building on the success of previous years Mid Devon District Council’s popular Landlord Networking Event is back for its third year. This year the Council’s Private Sector Housing team is focusing on improving local housing.

Posted on: 19/09/2019 11:02:12

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Council stresses importance of gas safety inspections

Council stresses importance of gas safety inspections

Today is the launch of national Gas Safety Week and Mid Devon District Council is reminding residents about the importance of having an annual gas safety inspection.

Posted on: 16/09/2019 15:45:46

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Manor House Hotel owner fined for dangerous safety failings

Manor House Hotel owner fined for dangerous safety failings

The owner of the Manor House Hotel in Cullompton has been fined £18,410 (including costs), for breaches in regulations pertaining to the Housing Act 2004, following sentencing by District Judge Matson in Exeter Magistrates' Court today

Posted on: 06/08/2019 17:23:27

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Residents move in to Council’s new social housing homes in Burlescombe

Residents move in to Council’s new social housing homes in Burlescombe

Mid Devon District Council has marked the completion of its latest new social housing units by holding an opening ceremony with one of its new tenants

Posted on: 08/07/2019 16:56:56

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