Communities Under Constuction

Currently there are seven homes with planning permission or under construction around the country but there are still a large number of target towns in which we would like to establish a presence. Please follow the link to find out more.

Generally it takes 16 - 17 months to build a Sunrise community, from demolition to the doors opening for residents. All contractors that are employed by Sunrise are members of the Considerate Contractors Scheme, which is a national initiative, set up by the construction industry, to improve its image. We endeavour to cause as little disruption as possible during the construction process and this is done through regular contact with neighbours, including a news letter detailing up-coming deliveries and works. Cleanliness and environmental care are also important aspects that are taken seriously by the contractors. Indeed, Sunrise’s contractors have won several awards for their projects under the scheme and more information can be found here.

Bramhall, Manchester

Suites: 86

Status:
Opening October 2008

Planning permission for a 62,130 sq ft community in Bramhall was granted in February 2007. The site was previously occupied by a hotel and construction began in June 2007 with an opening date set for October 2008. The home will be set over 2 and 2.5 storeys, providing care for up to 97 residents.

Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire

Suites: 76

Status:
Opening Spring 2009

This 1.55 acres site lies on busy road within walking distance of the centre of Beaconsfield’s new town. Consent for this 62,500 sq ft 76 unit building was negotiated with the local authority. Construction started in September 2007 and the community is expected to open early in 2009.

Sonning, Berkshire

Suites: 80

Status:
Opening January 2009

Sunrise of Sonning gained planning consent in May 2007 with construction starting autumn the same year. This 2.3 acre site lies on the busy A4 road, next to a Rugby Club. The site was previously occupied by two detached houses. The community will open in January 2009 and will be able to provide care to up to 101 resident in 80 suites.
Bagshot, Surrey

Suites: 79

Status:
Opening Spring 2009

This 1.65 acre site is located on the busy A30 London Road in Bagshot, the site was previously a night club and restaurant. Sunrise was granted planning consent by the local authority in July 2007. Construction started on this 63,500 sq ft building in November 2007 and the home is expected to open in Spring 2009. When completed this home will be able to provide care for up to 92 residents in 79 units.

Knowle, West Midlands

Suites: 113

Status:
Opening March 2009

Planning permission was secured through negotiation in June 2007, for two separate buildings on the prominent, 2.4 acre site on Warwick Road, just off Junction 5 of the M42. This community will provide care for up to 113 residents, including nursing care provided in a High Needs neighbourhood. Construction began in December 2007 and the home will be open in March 2009.

Hale Barns,
Manchester

Suites: 81

Status:
Opening March 2009

Construction on the latest South Manchester development in Hale Barns began in December 2007. The site, which was previously occupied by a redundant care home, will open in March 2009, providing 81 units for the care of up to 93 residents. The community will enjoy a high visibility location on the Hale Road, ensuring easy accessibility for both visitors and staff.

Winchester, Hampshire

Suites: 82

Status: Planning granted in January 2008

The 1.9 acre site was formally occupied by three large detatched (sp) houses and is located on a main road in an established residential area of Winchester. Planning permission fo (sp) the 64,704 sq ft (6,011 sq m) building was obtained via appeal in January 2008. Construction is due to start in Summer 2008 (replace: started in June 2008) and, once completed, the home will be able to provide accommodation for up to 97 residents.

Sevenoaks, Kents

Suites: 81

Status: Planning granted in February 2008

The site is situated just off a busy main road and was formally occupied by four detatched (sp) properties. Planning permission was obtained for his 62,990 sq ft (5,852 sq m)building at appeal. The whole site measures 1.92 acres and construction. is due to begin in Summer 2008 (replace: started in June 2008). Once completed, the home will be able to provide accommodation (sp) and care for up to 94 residents.

Brentwood, Essex

Suites: 89

Status: Planning granted in February 2008

Planning permission was granted in February 2008 for this 76,144 sq ft (7,074 sq m) building. This 1.9 acre site used to consist of four detatched residential properties and is situated in a prominent location on a main road. Construction on the site is due to start in Summer (replace: late 2008) 2008. Once open, the home shall provide accomodation and care for 105 residents.