Work has started on a new development in Bewdley that will deliver 79 new homes in the Worcestershire town. The development – known as The Maples – will provide a mix of house sizes, from one to four-bedroom properties, helping to meet local housing needs on a site allocated in the Wyre Forest District Council Local Plan. Of these 79 homes, 25% will be transferred to a housing association partner for rent and shared ownership. As part of the development, over £9,900 per home will be pledged by Persimmon to support infrastructure delivery as well as economic and environmental development. The wider site will also bring a range of benefits to the local community, including over £632,206 to local education and £86,000 to local highways. Set amongst significant green space, the site is a no-gas community which boasts several environmental benefits. These include a biodiversity net gain, air source heat pumps on each home, and footpath connections throughout the development. Jak Harper, Construction Director at Persimmon Homes South Midlands said: “We’re delighted to have started …