Contents Welcome4

The Smeaton8

Criteria18

The Priestley6

Pricing16

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The Smithies is a new build development of three bedroom homes built by Connect housing in partnership with STG. The houses are located in Birstall, offering easy access to the local towns of Huddersfield, Dewsbury and excellent motorway links leading to Leeds, Bradford and further afield.

We understand a home is more than just bricks and mortar – it’s your very own place of sanctuary. It’s somewhere to relax, entertain, bring up a family, be yourself and build on your dreams. It’s important, and we get that. There are so many reasons why a brand new home makes perfect sense and hundreds of customers choose a home with Connect every year. Every home we build is planned and constructed with care by a dedicated team. From the technicians behind the scenes, in the office and the skilled craftsmen on site.

We offer an affordable way to take a first step onto the property ladder, why rent when you can buy a share for less?

Welcome Find your dream home at The Smithies

Connect Housing is a Registered Social Landlord. We are passionate about housing and neighbourhoods, operating on a not-for-profit basis under charitable rules.

We provide opportunities for first-time buyers and families wanting to stay in their local area, as well as keyworkers and local professionals, to fulfill their aspirations to own their own home. We are delighted that we have built up a reputation with private developers and our Local Authority partners as a ‘can-do’ organisation they can work successfully with to offer affordable housing for sale. This growing area of Connect’s work complements our affordable housing for rent, recognising different needs and aspirations, and the problems faced by people on lower incomes in a high priced housing market.

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The PriestleyThe charming Priestly is an attractive three-bedroom home that comes complete with parking and a private rear garden.

Key features:• Parking bays for two cars• Open plan kitchen and dining area• Fully fitted kitchen including stainless

steel oven, gas hob and extractor• Three bedrooms• Gas central heating with thermostatic

radiator valves• Three piece bathroom suite with

thermostatic shower and screen• Enclosed rear garden• LABC 10 year warranty

Ground floorThe Priestley opens into the spacious living room, ideal for entertaining with family and friends alike. The remaining rooms on this floor include; a practical downstairs toilet and a well-proportioned kitchen/diner that offers access to the garden area.

First floorUpstairs, a hallway leads to generous single bedroom, well-proportioned double bedroom and master bedroom. The family bathroom serves all three bedrooms in this home.

Specification

Ground floor

Lounge: 3.87m x 4.80m | 17.9m² Kitchen/Dining: 5.00m x 3.42m | 17.1m²

First floor

Bedroom One: 2.75m x 4.41m | 12.2m²Bedroom Two: 2.75m x 3.81m | 10.5m²Bedroom Three: 2.14m x 2.91m | 6.2m²Bathroom: 2.13m x 1.95m | 4.1m²

Floor plans

All images used are for illustrative purposes only. Individual features such as windows, brick and the colour of other materials may vary, as may heating and electrical layouts. The specification is correct at the date of print but may be subject to change as necessary and without notice. Floor plans are intended to give a general indication of the proposed floor layout only. Dimensions should not be used for carpet sizes, appliance spaces or items of furniture.

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The SmeatonThe Smeaton is a modern three-bedroom home with attractive features and classic charm. It comes complete with parking and a private rear garden.

Key features: • Parking bays for two cars • Open plan kitchen and dining area• Fully fitted kitchen including stainless

steel oven, gas hob and extractor• Two bedrooms• Gas central heating with thermostatic

radiator valves• Three piece bathroom suite with

thermostatic shower and screen• Enclosed and turfed rear garden• LABC 10 year warranty

Ground floorOn entering The Smeaton spacious kitchen/diner, ideal for entertaining with family and friends alike. The remaining rooms on this floor include; a practical downstairs toilet and a well-proportioned lounge that offers access to the garden area.

First floorUpstairs you will find two well-proportioned double bedrooms, and a generous single bedroom all offering a light and airy feel with plenty of space. Leading off the landing, you will also find a sleek and stylish family bathroom.

Specification

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All images used are for illustrative purposes only. Individual features such as windows, brick and the colour of other materials may vary, as may heating and electrical layouts. The specification is correct at the date of print but may be subject to change as necessary and without notice.

Floor plans are intended to give a general indication of the proposed floor layout only. Dimensions should not be used for carpet sizes, appliance spaces or items of furniture.

Floor plans

Ground floor Lounge: 3.87m x 4.80m | 17.9m² Kitchen/Dining: 5.00m x 3.42m | 17.1m²

First floorBedroom One: 2.75m x 4.41m | 12.2m²Bedroom Two: 2.75m x 3.81m | 10.5m²Bedroom Three: 2.14m x 2.91m | 6.2m²Bathroom: 2.13m x 1.95m | 4.1m²

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LocationWith its close proximity to the M62 Motorway Network and not far from the bustling city centre of Leeds, The Smithies enjoys an enviable location with plenty of facilities. With a wide variety of shops close by and well-rated schooling, all properties represent an ideal opportunity for the first time buyer looking to climb the property ladder.

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The Smithies is ideally placed for local amenities and travelling further afield. The area seamlessly blends its historic past, which includes links to Roman times and literary connections to Emily Bronte, with modern facilities and amenities. In less than a few minutes drive you can go from the quaint Victorian marketplace in Birstall to the entrainment and shopping of Birstall Retail Park. The Smithies truly does have lots to offer everyone.

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LocationWith its close proximity to the M62 Motorway Network and not far from the bustling city centre of Leeds, The Smithies enjoys an enviable location with plenty of facilities. With a wide variety of shops close by and well-rated schooling, all properties represent an ideal opportunity for the first time buyer looking to climb the property ladder.ShoppingYou can enjoy well-priced food shopping at the local supermarkets, with major Tesco and Aldi stores just a few minutes drive from The Smithies. Birstall offers a number of smaller retail outlets, Redbrick Mill sells a diverse range of clothing and household items and Dewsbury town centre offers a range of retail outlets. The three-mile drive to Dewsbury offers a vast array of shopping, from groceries to carpets, a new car, motorcycle, furniture, clothing and most other things you can think of. Plus various places to stop eat and recharge in-between all of that shopping. Birstall Retail Park is just a few miles away and offers a range of larger stores from Ikea to Next. In addition to shopping there’s a large range of restaurants for you to relax in and a multi screen de lux Showcase cinema complex where you can watch the latest movies whilst in the comfort of leather reclining seats. Just a 20-minute drive to the north of The Smithies is the city of Leeds with endless

shopping opportunities. Enjoy an elegant day at the glass-roofed shopping arcades of the Victorian Quarter, browse the high street stores of the White Rose Shopping Centre or explore the huge shopping mall, restaurants and cinema at Trinity Leeds.LeisureThere are many leisure activities on offer in the surrounding area, including Wilton Park which contains Bagshaw Museum, bowling greens, tennis courts and other attractions.. There are a number of gymnasiums locally and leisure centre in Dewsbury town centre. Howley Golf Course is located close by and Oakwell Hall Country Park offers miles of picturesque walks.If keeping fit is your thing then a recently opened multi million-pound Gym complex on the former site of the Frontier Club offers everything you’ll need including fitness classes, a huge selection of equipment and sauna. EducationThere is a large choice of local schools including Birstall Primary, St Peters CE Junior and Infant School, Batley Girls High School and Batley Grammar SchoolHealthLocal health services include the Dewsbury and District Hospital on the outskirts of Dewsbury and a choice of three Doctors surgery’s all within close proximity.

14 The Smithies | Pricing

PricingIt is important from the beginning that you know exactly what your new home will cost you. To help you we have included some information here, however you will be encouraged to buy the maximum share you can afford and sustain between 25% and 75%.

Costs

25% Share 40% Share 50% Share 60% Share 75% Share

Open Market Value £150,000 £150,000 £150,000 £150,000 £150,000

Percentage Price Payable £37,500 £60,000 £75,000 £90,000 £112,500

Rent per calendar month £257.81 £206.25 £171.88 £137.50 £85.94

Additional informationLease type Shared ownership, 125 year lease

Option to purchase additional shares (staircasing) Up to 100%

Buildings insurance Included in rent

Estate Management Charge TBC likely £200 per annum

Defects rectification period 12 months

Buildmark warranty LABC 10 year warranty

These are example costs based on 25%, 40%, 50%, 60% and 75% however you can purchase any percentage between 25% and 75% depending on your affordability. Our rent is calculated at 2.75% of the retained share. There is a non-refundable reservation deposit of £500 per plot is payable following authorisation of your application.

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All you need to knowLegal costs including disbursements and Stamp DutyLegal costs will vary from one firm to another. We advise that you ask for a written quotation so that you know what you will need to pay in advance.

We recommend that you seek advice from your solicitor regarding Stamp Duty payable on Shared Ownership properties. There is also useful information on this website: www.gov.uk/stamp-duty-land-tax

Mortgage fees and financial adviceThe amount you pay will depend upon the product that your advisor suggests is most suitable. Some financial advisors will charge you for their advice and some will take a fee from your mortgage lender when you complete your purchase.Mortgage related costs can sometimes include arrangement, booking and valuation fees. Most lenders will require a minimum 5-10% deposit. You may be required to pay some fees in advance, some may be payable at completion and some may be added to your mortgage.

Life and critical illness cover Your lender may require that you have a life insurance policy in place. You may also want to consider other options that will cover you in the event of serious illness or disability.

Mortgage protection insuranceThis insurance should cover your mortgage payments in the event of sickness or unemployment.

Following completionBuildings insurance Your buildings insurance is already included within your monthly rent.

Estate management charge This a contribution from each property towards the maintenance of any communal areas on the development.

All repairs and maintenanceAlthough you are buying a share in the property, you will be responsible for all maintenance and repairs to your property. Should you wish to make improvements or alterations to the property, you will require consent from Connect Housing in writing.

We do not unreasonably withhold consent, but it enables us to ensure that any work complies with current regulations.

Utilities and council taxYou will be responsible for all payments in relation to gas, water, electricity and council tax at the property from the day of completion.

Other costsYou will need to organise payment of your own contents insurance and any other utilities that you require e.g. internet, telephone, satellite television.

Connect Housing is offering up to £500 towards your legal costs at completion.

Housing Incentive Scheme

The incentive offered is only available if one of the suggested panel of solicitors is appointed.

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CriteriaWhen assessing applications, we do not work on a first-come first-served basis.

We will advise you of the deadline for applications to be considered. We will then ensure that you meet the following criteria:

• First time buyers*• Unable to afford to buy a property that meets your needs on the open market• The affordable properties are for owner occupation only • The property must be your main residence and you must not have any financial

interest in another property• A local connection is preferred but not essential

*NB: Previous homeowners may be considered where there has been a relationship breakdown, but the property must have been sold subject to contract before we can consider the application.

We and our partners at Metro Finance conduct an affordability assessment based upon the information that you provide within your application form.

We do take into consideration individuals’ circumstances. Please provide any relevant supporting evidence along with your application.

0300 5000 600 205 Roundhay Road, Leeds, LS8 4HS www.connecthousing.org.uk

The information in this document is subject to change. None of the material issued or visual depictions can be relied upon as accurately describing any specific matters prescribed by any order under the Property Misdescriptions Act 1991. Nor do the contents of this document constitute a contract, part of a contract

or warranty. Connect Housing terms and conditions apply including application eligibility criteria. Connect Housing cannot give any financial advice.