Decision details

To enter into a JCT Design & Build Contract with Feltham Construction Limited to deliver 26 new homes across five sites in Chiddingfold pursuant to Executive Decision EXE 33/23 (33.3 (i/ii)) of 1 August 2023.

The Executive and Full Council have previously approved the Business Cases for each of the five sites and the recommended authority is required to enter into the contract with a build contractor and approve additional budget to facilitate delivery of the new homes on these sites through one JCT Design and Build Contract. Through delivery of the project there may be a requirement to enter into project related contractual documents or ancillary agreements.

The Waverley Corporate Strategy 2020-2025 sets out the Vision and Strategic Priorities for the Council. One of the strategic priorities is to ‘provide good quality housing for all income levels.’

Build More, Build Better, Build for Life Affordable Homes Delivery Strategy 2022 – 2025 sets out the Council’s commitment to build homes to buy or rent for households from all income levels. The strategy has been supported by evidence studies including the Waverley Housing Affordability Study 2021.

Delivery of 26 homes at Chiddingfold including five shared ownership homes meets these priorities and commitments.