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Article Abstract:

The North British Housing Association is developing homes for private sales in Hull in order to cover less profitable developments elsewhere in the area. The company, which manages 39,000 properties in Humberside, is working with the Hull City Council to obtain private funding for 1900 homes which do not qualify for a Housing Association Grant. 45 properties have been built on an affluent site to provide extra funds for the company.

Finance, Housing, Company Profile, Humberside, England, North British Housing Association

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Watchdog pushes standardised homes: associations will get value for money by building standard units. (Building Homes)

Article Abstract:

There is a call for housing associations to build standardised house types. This follows a report by the Audit Commission, the government spending watchdog, forming the basis of a Housing Corporation seminar on cost effeciency. The AC found that individual scheme costs still vary widely and that Associations should be more accurate when estimating land costs.

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PVC-U pushes open the door

Article Abstract:

Polyvinyl Chloride exterior replacement doors are remarkably popular in comparison to other materials such as aluminium and timber. Property owners prefer them because they are secure, durable and require very little upkeep. They are fireproof and conform to BS 476 Part 7 fire standards. They are available in an increasing number of colours and finishes.

Economic aspects, Doors, Polymer industry, Polyvinyl chloride, Polyvinyl chloride industry

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