We are proud to mark a major milestone in the Lakes Estate project as the first council tenants move into their new homes. This moment represents the culmination of months of dedicated work and close collaboration with Milton Keynes City Council and the local community.
Awarded through the Pagabo Major Works Framework, this two-stage design and build contract represents a landmark moment in the rejuvenation of The Lakes Estate, marking one of the first regeneration projects of its kind for Milton Keynes. The Lakes Estate Renewal Project aims to breathe new life into the area, addressing the need for new homes, improved amenities, and healthier living conditions.
The completion of the first six homes at Burnmoor Close & sixteen properties at A3 along with soft and hard landscaping, parking and e-chargers, are part of the initial phase of a transformative project that will deliver 183 high-quality, energy-efficient council homes, alongside a new park and commercial spaces. We are delighted to see the first families settling into their new homes, that were built with care, precision, and a focus on long-term sustainability.
This regeneration project has been shaped by years of meaningful engagement with the local community, whose input has been instrumental in shaping the plans, with the area already seeing the delivery of the first phase of homes, a new play park and enhancements to shared courtyards.
Cllr Ed Hume, Cabinet Member for Housing at Milton Keynes City Council, said: “We’re really pleased with how the project is shaping up. It’s fantastic for the residents who now have a good new home where they can settle and get on in life. This is an incredibly proud moment for the whole community. These new homes will make a real difference, providing families with high-quality housing which will help them in so many ways. We look forward to welcoming more families into their new homes as they become available.”
Pat O’Hare, Regional Director at GRAHAM, said: “The handover of phases one and two at The Lakes Estate marks an important milestone in the development, and we are delighted to see the first new residents settling into their homes. With the next phase progressing well, we are excited to continue building momentum and look forward to handing over more homes later this year”.
