What is New Build HomeBuy?

New Build HomeBuy is a programme that helps people who wish to buy a property but cannot afford to buy on the open market. Most of the people eligible are people in housing need, for example council or housing association tenants or key workers.

Most people who apply for HomeBuy are first time buyers, but we can also assist people who have outgrown their current home or suffered a relationship breakdown.

How do I apply?

In the first instance you must be registered with the local authority in your preferred area:

Brentwood Council

Chelmsford Council

Thurrock Council

Uttlesford Council

You must also register with HomeBuy. You can register online and view comprehensive information about your housing solutions.

How does it work?

New Build HomeBuy offers new homes on a part buy / part rent basis where you purchase a share in the property (anything from 25% upwards) and pay rent to Chelmer Housing Partnership on the remaining share.

We also advertise resales, where existing shared owners wish to sell their properties. These are marketed and sold to people registered with the local authority and / or HomeBuy.