The final stage of the transformation of a former Suffolk middle school has been completed, marking the creation of 41 new homes.
The Victorian school building which previously housed Needham Market Middle School has been converted into a mix of two and three-bedroom homes and a library.
Councillors Lavinia Hadingham, Mid Suffolk District Council housing cabinet member receives the keys for 41 affordable homes on the former Needham Market Middle school site from Andy Laflin, Joint Managing Director of Gipping Construction Ltd. (Image: Mid Suffolk District Council/ Lucy Taylor Photography)
Councillor Lavinia Hadingham, Mid Suffolk District Council's cabinet member for housing, said: "It is great to see the amazing transformation of this site purchased by the council to provide more homes in our district.
"The provision of good quality housing with a range of housing options is vital for the sustainability of our communities.
"The completion of this multi-million-pound development is a great investment in the town adding new homes, a wonderful community facility and a boost for the local economy."
The development was delivered by Mid Suffolk District Council. (Image: Mid Suffolk District Council/ Lucy Taylor Photography)
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The development, delivered by Mid Suffolk District Council, was supported by £1.4 million of funding from Homes England through the Affordable Homes Programme.
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