Luton council unveils ‘much-needed’ housing development with eco-friendly heating

New council houses in Luton have been officially opened by Luton Borough Council this week as it creates more affordable homes for residents.

On May 15, the six three-bedroom council houses at Lodden Mews, Morris Close and Melsetter Mews, Denham Close were unveiled.

The housing was designed by the council’s own architects and has air-source heat pumps rather than gas boilers. The pumps are part of LBC’s commitment to achieving net zero by 2040 and its vision of affordable family housing.

Residents moved into Lodden Mews in April, with tenants moving into Melsetter Mews in the coming weeks.

Councillor Tom Shaw, portfolio holder for housing and climate change, said: “This development will give residents the opportunity to enjoy their own homes and provide a base for them to set up strong local roots.

“By using our own talented team of designers and builders we have been able to ensure the whole development is very much a Luton-based effort.”