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Plans approved for £60m zero-carbon homes scheme

Virido Cambridge

Hill has gained planning permission for a £60m development to deliver 208 zero-carbon homes in Cambridge.

The scheme will be one of the largest zero-carbon developments in the country.

The project, named Virido, will be a joint venture between Hill and Cambridge city council. Hill was selected as the preferred partner by the council after a competitive tender process in December 2012.

Kevin Price, executive councillor for housing at Cambridge city council, said: “I am delighted that this project has passed the key milestone of planning approval. The council has always intended to demonstrate that we can lead quality new-build housing projects that set standards in terms of energy efficiency and environmental sustainability.”

Work will begin on the scheme later this year.

alex.horne@estatesgazette.com

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