The Fairhive Social Housing Fund retrofit programme has reached another significant milestone, with confirmation at the Year 2 Programme Launch that additional funding has been secured from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) following the success of Year 1 delivery.
This latest funding allocation is a testament to the strength of the programme and the collaborative efforts of Fairhive, its delivery partners and technical consultants. From the outset, the programme has demonstrated what can be achieved when robust planning, strong governance and technical excellence are embedded throughout the project lifecycle.
Year 1 has been characterised by exceptional performance across all key measures. The programme has delivered retrofit works at scale, remained on budget, achieved target outputs and maintained programme timescales whilst continuing to meet the rigorous requirements of PAS 2035 and associated funding obligations. These achievements have enabled Fairhive to establish itself as one of the leading housing providers delivering retrofit under the current funding regime.
Importantly, the success of the programme extends beyond simple delivery metrics. Residents have benefited from warmer, healthier and more energy-efficient homes, whilst Fairhive has demonstrated how large-scale retrofit can be delivered effectively across a diverse housing stock. The programme has shown that quality, compliance and delivery pace do not have to be mutually exclusive when supported by strong partnerships and clear strategic direction.
As a result of this success, there is growing confidence that further funding opportunities and additional property allocations may be secured in future phases. The programme's ability to consistently deliver against its objectives has positioned it favourably for continued investment, creating opportunities to improve even more homes and expand the programme's positive impact across the housing portfolio.
Industry feedback suggests that the project is among the most advanced operating under the framework through which it was procured. This recognition reflects not only the scale of delivery achieved but also the maturity of the programme's governance, technical processes and quality assurance systems. In a sector where many programmes continue to face mobilisation and delivery challenges, Fairhive has established a reputation for strong performance and effective execution.
PAS2035 Consultants is proud to have supported Fairhive throughout this journey. Our involvement commenced during the programme's formative stages, providing strategic advisory services, housing stock analysis, archetype development, site selection support, energy modelling, Retrofit Design and PAS 2035 technical expertise. These early-stage activities helped create the foundations for successful delivery and ensured that investment was targeted towards properties capable of achieving the greatest outcomes for residents and the organisation.
As the programme enters Year 2, the focus now turns towards building upon this momentum. With additional funding secured, a proven delivery model established and the prospect of further expansion on the horizon, Fairhive's retrofit programme continues to set a benchmark for successful Social Housing Fund delivery.
The achievements to date demonstrate what can be accomplished when strategic planning, technical expertise and effective partnership working come together. We are proud to continue supporting Fairhive as the programme progresses into its next phase and look forward to contributing to its continued success in the years ahead.