More affordable houses are set to be built in Wales after one developer begins construction next month.

Lovell will start work on the £5 million development of 37 energy-efficient homes for the Merthyr Tydfil Housing Association, which will be designed to meet level three of the government's Code for Affordable Homes.

The homes will be fitted with mechanical ventilation with heat recovery systems which bring fresh air in from outside while recycling hot air from the bathroom and kitchens.

Construction is due to start in June and it is hoped the development will be completed by summer 2010.

Karen Dusgate, chief executive of Merthyr Tydfil Housing Association, says the project will help to build affordable homes for local people.

"We are committed to the regeneration of communities and are very much looking forward to this exciting development," she added.

Lovell was also chosen to carry out a £1.9 million scheme to build 18 homes for affordable rent in Norwich earlier this month.

Source: Direct News 21/5/09