West Northamptonshire Council’s New Temporary Housing Project Nears Completion in Lings Park
A new temporary housing development in Lings Park, Weston Favell, is approaching completion, marking a significant step forward in West Northamptonshire Council’s (WNC) efforts to improve accommodation options for people facing homelessness.
The project will provide 38 two-bedroom apartments designed specifically for temporary living, complemented by a community hub, children’s play area, management office, and laundry facilities. This initiative is part of WNC’s broader temporary accommodation programme aimed at reducing dependence on costly emergency options such as hotels and bed and breakfasts.
Modular housing specialist Boost TA is delivering the homes in partnership with Glympton Construction, a groundworks contractor. The development is scheduled for completion later this autumn.
Built with sustainability in mind, the scheme will achieve an EPC A rating and incorporates solar panels and battery storage to enhance energy efficiency, cut carbon emissions, and lower ongoing operating costs. The fabric-first construction approach also focuses on minimising waste and emissions throughout the build process.
Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Housing, Cllr Charlie Hastie, highlighted the importance of the project: “It’s fantastic to see this development nearing completion as we continue to deliver on our commitment to provide high-quality temporary accommodation for residents who need it most.”
He added, “Too often, families can spend extended periods in unsuitable and costly emergency accommodation because there simply are not enough appropriate options available. These new homes will provide modern, energy-efficient accommodation that offers people dignity, stability and security at a difficult time in their lives.”
Hastie also emphasised the financial benefits: “This scheme will help reduce our reliance on expensive emergency accommodation, allowing us to make better use of public funds while continuing to support residents facing housing challenges.”
The project is delivering wider community benefits, including job opportunities during construction, investment in the local supply chain, and support for Northamptonshire charities through contributions from the contractor’s community fund.
Giles Donovan, co-founder of Boost TA, explained the national context: “Across England, councils are facing increasing pressure to meet the escalating demand for temporary accommodation. The challenge is about providing enough places to stay, but equally importantly it’s about creating temporary homes that give people dignity, stability and security, while helping local authorities reduce the financial pressures associated with expensive emergency accommodation such as hotels and bed and breakfasts.”
He continued, “Our approach is about providing a practical, long-term solution, delivering high-quality, sustainable homes quickly and efficiently. By using modern methods of construction and working collaboratively with our partners, we can rapidly create places that offer residents facing homelessness a safe and comfortable temporary home, while delivering real value for local authorities.”
Donovan added, “For councils, this is a swift, straightforward and cost-effective solution and we are now in discussion with growing numbers of local authorities right across the country about how our products can help them deliver quality temporary accommodation while achieving long-term value for residents and taxpayers.”
The Lings Park development is the first of two temporary accommodation projects by Boost TA under the Council’s programme. A second scheme, consisting of 70 homes at Claret Park in Northampton, is expected to be completed later this year.
