First sustainable homes to be built in Cannock Chase

Farriers Fold

Published: Wednesday, 5th March 2025

Work has started at the site of the former Aelfgar School in Rugeley, where Cannock Chase Council with partner Lovell, are set to provide 58 new homes, 29 of which will be available for affordable housing.

The development will see the first homes built to Future Homes Standards in the district.  The design includes key features such as air source heat pumps, solar panels and battery storage technology.

Lovell, a partnerships housing specialist, has been appointed to work on this development.

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