The development in Lower Herne, Kent, will be built on a greenfield site previously used for farming.

This development will deliver a mix of shared ownership, social rent and affordable rent properties across two-, three- and four-bedroom properties. Initial infrastructure works are set to begin later this year.

These homes form part of the wider Lower Herne site, which has outline planning permission for 800 units in total.

All homes will be powered by air source heat pumps and delivered with a fabric-first approach, with larger windows to reduce reliance on artificial lighting and help cut energy consumption.

The first handovers of the affordable homes are expected to begin in early 2026.

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“As we partner with Places for People to provide the local community with affordable housing options, we are proud to take meaningful steps toward building a future where efficient, quality homes are accessible to all,” said David Garrett, managing director at Dandara South East.

“This is our first site across the South East region offering 100% affordable homes, and one of the first to be designed with more advanced features.”

Sammie Steele, regional managing director (Greater London) at Places for People, added: “Through the strength of our partnerships, we build places that work for local people at the pace needed.

“We’re dedicated to creating communities where friends and families can grow and stay connected.”