13,000 homes to be built by 2026 ; A Plan to build 13,000 new homes in North Lincolnshire has been unveiled.

From: Scunthorpe Evening Telegraph | Date: April 2, 2008 | Copyright information

A Plan to build 13,000 new homes in North Lincolnshire has been unveiled.

Around 700 homes a year will go up between now and 2026 to keep up with the expected large demand as businesses develop and more people look to move to the area.

The vision, released by North Lincolnshire Council, compares favourably with larger nearby areas.

Hull hopes to build 880 new houses each year and Doncaster 1,230.

Marcus Walker, head of strategic regeneration, housing and development...

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