Released on: September 24, 2007, 9:22 am

Press Release Author: Jenna Weekes/Dave Wells Properties

Industry: Construction

Press Release Summary: Dave Wells Properties is constructing new homes for the over
55s in Poole

Press Release Body: DEMOLITION of a run-down charity building in Poole is underway
and will pave the way for flats for the over 55s.

Bournemouth's biggest private landlord Dave Wells says demand for rental
accommodation for older residents is growing as they struggle to meet high mortgage
and council tax payments.

The latest development will replace Edward House in Talbot Drive, a dilapidated
SCOPE care home, with 19 one and two-bed flats.

Dave said: "Demand for this type of accommodation is growing. It's becoming
increasingly difficult for someone on a pension to live in and maintain a four-bed
house and garden.

"We're coming across people who can barely afford the cost of living. Some that own
their own properties are opting to sell up now in favour of giving the proceeds to
their children and moving into rental accommodation. They simply don't want their
legacy to go to the state."

The new flats, which have been designed by architect Harriplan, will be modern and
well insulated, with private parking and a buggy store for mobility scooters. It's
the first Dave Wells Properties development with lifts.

The project, which is adjacent to Talbot Heath, is expected to be completed by next
summer.

Dave added: "This will be one of our best developments. The views of the
surrounding countryside will be amazing and the flats will be spacious and airy."



Web Site: http://www.davewells.net

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Bournemouth
Dorset
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