Work to build 34 affordable homes in the village of Navenby, near Lincoln, will begin in the coming weeks.

Lindum will be delivering the homes east of High Dyke and Jubilee Way for housing provider Amplius.

Comprising 30, two storey semi-detached houses and four semi-detached bungalows, the scheme will provide 20 affordable rented and 14 shared ownership homes.

Once complete, the scheme will prioritise applicants with local connections to Navenby and Wellingore.

News comes during Rural Housing Week, which runs to July 11 and highlights the social and economic benefits of affordable housing to rural communities.

Marcus Keys, Chief Development and Commercial Officer at Amplius, said: “This development in Navenby is a perfect example of how we’re looking to build the affordable housing that people want, in the areas where it’s needed most.

“We have an ambitious target to build 1,000 new homes a year as we play our part in addressing the housing crisis we face.

“I’m excited to see work begin this summer in partnership with Lindum Group and it’ll be great to watch as the development progresses.”

Robert Jays, Lindum Land and Planning Manager, said the development won planning permission based on proven need for affordable housing in the area.

He added: “The homes will be built to high sustainability standards, with enhanced insulation, solar photovoltaic panels to generate electricity and air source heat pump for heating and hot water, to meet stringent Local Plan requirements

“The development will provide more than 10% biodiversity net gain through on-site delivery.”

Anyone interested in bidding for one of the homes for rent should register with North Kesteven District Council’s Lincs Homefinder service. at lincshomefinder.co.uk and properties for sale via shared ownership will also be advertised by Amplius