A development managed by Homes in Somerset which brings the first new council houses to Minehead in 40 years has been shortlisted for the Inside Housing Development Awards 2025 in the category of “Best affordable housing development – £5m – £10m”.
The completion of the Seaward Way/Rainbow Way development is being managed by Homes in Somerset on behalf of Somerset Council and is funded from the Housing Revenue Account.
Earlier this year the zero-carbon development was shortlisted for the Michelmores Property Awards 2025.
Thirty-two homes have already been completed with the remaining 22 to be handed over by Christmas
Katie Furner, Project Manager at Homes in Somerset, said:
“We are delighted that Rainbow Way has been shortlisted. This exemplary development, built by Classic Homes, is delivering 54 zero-carbon homes for the residents of Minehead and includes solar panels, triple glazing, air source heat pumps and many other efficient technologies. The scheme offers a variety of different house types and a central communal play area space. We would like to thank everyone involved in making this a standout scheme.”
The awards night is being held in London on 25th November and you can find out more about the nominations here:
Inside Housing Development Awards – Shortlist – Inside Housing Development Awards 2025 – shortlist