PSW have been working with MHS Homes over the past 4-5 years to transform a part of Chatham in Kent known as The Brook. This area was in a poor state of repair and the accommodation substandard. A plan was therefore put in place to select strategic sites to clear and redevelop.

PSW were appointed for the following three separate contracts and our involvement was from inception to completion. These developments became known collectively as the ‘Brook Regeneration’ which was recognised by industry experts as worthy of being shortlisted for the Best Regeneration Project in the 2017 Inside Housing Awards.

We fulfilled the roles for Employers Agent, Clerk of Works & Principal Designer for each individual development.

Cross Street

50No. apartments for Affordable Rent, Market Rent and Shared Ownership
Builder: Chartway Group
Contract Value: £6,600,000
Our Role: Employers Agent, Clerk of Works & Principal Designer

Upbury Way

3No. houses and 5No. apartments for Affordable Rent and Shared Ownership
Builder: Building Associates
Contract Value: £1,100,000
Our Role: Employers Agent, Clerk of Works & Principal Designer

Eldon Street

8No. houses and 11No. apartments for Affordable Rent
Builder: Chartway Group
Contract Value: £2,650,000
Our Role: Employers Agent, Clerk of Works & Principal Designer

Now that all 77No. units have been completed and successfully handed over it is clear to see the difference that these projects have made.

Matthew Ford, Director at PSW and Employers Agent for all three contracts said: “Prior to the intervention by MHS Homes, this part of Chatham was dominated by poorly insulated prefabricated bungalows, outdated and unpopular bedsits and derelict garages. The area now reflects the needs and aspirations of local residents and our hope is that this regeneration project proves to be the catalyst for rapid improvement and investment.”