The site of a derelict building in Cheriton has been transformed into 27 new homes for local people.
The mix of three and four-bedroomed houses and 18 two-bedroomed apartments have been built at the former Brockman Centre in Cheriton High Street.
The properties will be offered at social rent and managed by housing association, Moat Homes.
The development was officially handed over by Leath Park Developments and main contractor Jenner Group in November and new tenants are expected to move in before Christmas.
Folkestone & Hythe District Council's Cabinet Member for Housing and Special Projects, Cllr David Godfrey, cut a ribbon to officially open the scheme.
He said: "Partnership working has allowed us to ensure that this development delivers much-needed, high quality, housing at social rent for our residents.
"It is incredibly important to the council and our housing association partners that tenants feel safe, happy and secure in their homes. The 27 properties will be advertised and let to households registered on the council's housing list."
Leader Cllr David Monk added: "With more than 1,500 eligible households registered and waiting for suitable accommodation to become available, this development will go some way in addressing the need and highlights the continuing importance of making high-quality housing available to all."
The development has been designed by Canterbury architects TaylorHare and includes a communal garden and landscaping, providing an immediate sense of community, as well as supporting a healthy lifestyle and general wellbeing.
There is onsite bicycle storage, for a sustainable transport option, and it is within comfortable walking distance of shops, amenities and bus routes.
Date published: 25 November 2022