In order to meet space standards set out in the Assembly’s Development Quality Requirements, 2 of the flats had to be remodelled from 2 bedroom to 1 bedroom with a total mix of 3 x 1B2P flats and 3 x 2B3P flats being eventually achieved.

To ensure compliance with building regulation and conservation area requirements measures such as high levels of insulation and over-hauling of timber-sash windows, ‘bath-stone’ windowsills and traditional coloured render were also incorporated into the design.

The project completed during June 2010 and will be used by Charter Housing and Reach.

Formerly owned and run by Newport City Council, the hostel previously provided temporary accommodation for families and single people affected by homelessness.

The Grade II listed buildings required significant investment to meet new standards. Charter Housing will take on the ownership of the property with Solas, (the homeless organisation within Seren), providing the support and care.

The works are scheduled to complete early summer 2011 and form part of the wider homeless solutions within the City between Seren and the Council.

This project has been delivered in partnership with Torfaen County Borough Council and Lovell to provide 53 new homes for sale, affordable rent and affordable home ownership as well as new shopping facilities.

The redevelopment will also include landscaping of the area and the provision of new public open space and a play area.

An innovative approach was used to fund the development by Torfaen County Borough Council; combining private investment from Lovell and Fairlake with Social Housing Grant from the Welsh Assembly, together with subsidised land.

Resident involvement has been absolutely crucial to shaping the project’s proposals  and they will continue to be actively involved throughout the construction programme.

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In partnership with Bellway Homes, Newport City Council and the Welsh Assembly, the initial phase focused on the central part of the estate which previously housed the infamous star blocks. These blocks comprised poor quality maisonettes which were beset by severe anti-social behaviour problems.

This project will span a 5 year period and will be split into approximately 13 phases of construction, providing a total of 240 homes, of which 40 have been identified for rent. The first phase for our Group partner Charter comprised 14 rented units and was completed December 2008.

The project also includes the main community facility and shopping area which includes new retail units, community facilities, a Multi-use Games Area and replacement Police station.

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A high profile development for the Group, Mariners Quay is being delivered in partnership with Newport City Council, Newport Unlimited and the Leadbitter Group.

Built using up to the minute environmental technologies, the design features make it one of the most eco-friendly developments in the UK with reduced energy bills, which could cost as little as £5.00 per week.

The homes include a mix of:

• 4 bedroom houses
• 3 bedroom houses
• 2 bedroom houses
• 1 and 2 bedroom apartments

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In addition to creating affordable sustainable housing, together with our partners we are working hard with training organisations such as Newport Construction Initiative and the Youth Construction Trust to create real training opportunities for local people.

Key Features include:

Mariners Quay is a very special development with many unique features, some of which include……

• Contemporary design throughout
• All homes come with fridge freezer, washer dryer and dishwasher
• French doors or “sun boxes” in all apartments
• Roof terrace to “mews” houses
• High performance windows and highly energy efficient throughout
• Concierge service to apartments

The first houses will be ready during the summer of 2010 and the first apartments in November 2010.

Additional information (click to download)

• Mariners Quay Features
• Mariners Quay - Going Green

Mariners Quay news

• Updates policy focuses on tackling climate change … 8 June 2010
• Wales First Sustainability Week … 17 May 2010
• Ministers Meet Mariners Quay trainees … 22 April 2010
• It’s a Wrap for Mariners Quay … February 2010
• Local Children visit Mariners Quay Site … 20 March 2010
• £5.00 utility bills in Newport’s first eco-friendly homes … 20 Feb 2010
• Wales largest eco-homes development gets thumbs up for Minister … 25 Nov 2009