The BBC reports that North Kesteven District Council in Lincolnshire has commissioned four three-bedroom semi-detached straw bale houses. If approved, the eco homes, in Martin and Waddington, will start to be built in late spring.
While it’s great that councils are providing affordable housing that will cost less to heat, not to mention starting to see the environmental benefits of eco housing, you’ve got to wonder at the cost of maintenance for these buildings. How many tradesmen does the council employ that would be able to repair a straw bale wall, or a specialist lime finish? And how easy will these houses be to insure?
Of course, these are all problems that are to do with being ahead of the game – if this and other early projects are successful, then the problems will be negated as straw bale housing becomes more popular. It’s definitely a big step forward and we look forward to seeing the results.
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It’s great news and good to see some bold moves being taken in ‘uncertain times’
I agree with both Emma and the guys at AC Craig – big bold step, let’s hope others follow suit.
I think that NKDC have made a great move, and definitely think more councils should do this. I’ve been to the site and it’s all really exciting.
Well done NKDC!
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