This is what the 27 new Leeds council houses in Gipton will look like

Leeds City Council have released artists' impressions of the 27 new houses they're building in Gipton for social tenants.
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The development on Beech Mount and Beech Walk will be ready to let in early 2020.

Council to invest £50million in new homesThere will be three four-bed properties, eight three-beds, seven two-beds, one three-bedroom bungalow, four two-bedroom bungalows and four one-bedroom bungalows.

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Other council developments in the pipeline include 32 properties in the Nevilles in Osmondthorpe and 28 off Meynell Approach in Holbeck.

The new council homes on the Beeches in GiptonThe new council homes on the Beeches in Gipton
The new council homes on the Beeches in Gipton

More than 600 new homes on the way for LeedsWhat features will the houses have?

- A private enclosed garden with shed, including secure cycle storage

- Solar panels

- Gas central heating

The houses will be energy-efficient and eco-friendlyThe houses will be energy-efficient and eco-friendly
The houses will be energy-efficient and eco-friendly

- Modern kitchen, compatible for gas or electric

- Off-street parking

- Vehicle charging point

- Ground-floor WC

New council housing in Osmondthorpe and Holbeck is also plannedNew council housing in Osmondthorpe and Holbeck is also planned
New council housing in Osmondthorpe and Holbeck is also planned

- Overhead bath shower

- Energy efficient glazing

- Energy efficient hot water, heating and ventilation systems

- Smart utility meters

- Level access to all external door openings

- Private, sheltered entrances

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They are being built to a high standard using quality materials which will include increased insulation to reduce heating and costs for tenants.

How to apply for a new council house in Gipton

You must register an application with the Leeds Homes website.

The new homes will be rented under a local letting policy that has yet to be finalised.

If you are interested in one of these new build properties, register by sending your name, email address and telephone number to [email protected] so you can be notified you when the properties are to be advertised on the Leeds Homes website.