DEVELOPERS have appointed a lead contractor to build 10 homes in Hereford.

Sanctuary Group, a leading housing and care provider, was given permission to house the one-bedroom apartments on land off Coningsby Street. Seddon Construction has been chosen to carry out the work, which is due to be completed in early 2015.

The development is aimed at providing much needed supported accommodation within the city.

“With Seddon Construction and our appointed architect on board, we have an experienced team working with us as we build these new homes," said Gareth Scannell, Sanctuary's development manager.

Mr Scannell added that Seddon is working with Sanctuary on a number of its development projects and has worked with other social housing providers and local authorities.