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Lafford Homes has now completed all current developments and we are now looking forward to moving on to our next exciting phase. Please sign up to our mailing list to hear about what is coming next!

Some of our tenants have understandably raised concerns about whether they will be able to remain in their home with their pet once the Government’s ban on XL Bully dogs is implemented from 31 December 2023.

The Government has ruled that the XL Bully breed will be added to the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991, and it will be illegal to own an XL Bully dog after this date if you do not have a Certificate of Exemption.

Lafford Homes would like to reassure all tenants that the organisation does not wish to evict anyone for owning an XL Bully, nor do we wish for tenants’ dogs to be euthanised if this is avoidable.

As a responsible housing landlord, we have a duty of care to all our tenants and staff and are required to follow government guidelines.  We therefore request that all pet owners, including tenants that own an XL bully dog, ensure they have applied for permission for any pets that they have in the property. This is to minimise any issues being caused to other residents and to staff entering their home – for example to carry out repairs. 

You can request permission by emailing [email protected] and a member of our team will contact you to discuss requirements.

It is possible to keep a banned dog breed if you successfully apply for an exemption from the Government and provide the relevant documentation to us to demonstrate this is in place.

Tenants will need to follow clear Government guidance if they wish to keep an XL Bully in their Lafford property. For further information regarding this and how to apply for a Certificate of Exemption please see the UK Government XL Bully Dog’s guidance webpages, applications must be submitted before 31 January 2024.

You will also need third party public liability insurance for your dog, and to pay a fee to the Government for each dog you want to keep.

The process of obtaining exemption includes:

• Neutering your dog (confirmed by a vet).
• Ensuring they are microchipped.
• Keeping the dog on a lead and muzzled at all times when in public.
• Keeping the dog in a secure place so it cannot escape.
• Paying the required fee for each dog you wish to keep.
• Obtaining third party liability insurance for your dog.

Once you have obtained a Certificate of Exemption for each dog, please provide a copy to Lafford Homes. Please do not hesitate to contact us should you have any further queries regarding this. 

Lafford homes are proud to announce the final stage of Old Quarry Close, Metheringham. Residents have now moved in a settling down. Please see our development page for more details.https://www.laffordhomes.co.uk/development-locations/sleaford-road-metheringham/

As the new Development at Metheringham takes shape, we are looking forward to offering applicants their new homes. The properties are coming towards their final stages now and we anticipate them to be ready towards the end of May / beginning of June. Lafford Homes are very excited to be able to provide new homes where they are needed most.

A much needed small development in Sleaford is now taking shape and looking at completion in Spring 2023. These 6 houses will all be 3 bed and have gardens and parking. Lafford Homes are now taking enquiries for these homes.

All tenants have now moved into their new homes in Waddington

A new development is underway in Metheringham. This site will consist of a mixture of properties and a mixture of sizes. Lafford Homes are very excited to announce this development that is due to be completed in Spring 2023. Lafford aims to build a portfolio which meets the demands of local housing needs. Keep an eye on this page as new homes are built.

Lafford Homes are proud to announce that we have now let our 100th home in the new development in Waddington.
As Lafford Homes near completion of the development in Waddington, the 100th home has now been let. The 4 bed detached house now has tenants moved in and settled.

Orford Avenue is one of many new developments that Lafford Homes is adding to the portfolio. Keep an eye on the website for more homes to come.

We are please to announce that phases 1, 2 and 3 are all now let. We have phase 4 left to be released later in the year. These new properties have been snapped up and we anticipate phase 4 to be in high demand. 

Did you know appliances are included?
All our market rent properties are built to a high specification, are energy efficient and will come with a beautiful fully fitted kitchen – including the following quality appliances:

• Integrated dishwasher
• Integrated fridge freezer
• Integrated double eye level oven
• Induction Hob and extraction hood
• Integrated washing machine (freestanding if your home has a utility room)

For market rent properties, phase two consisted of Numbers 32, 34, 36, 38, 40, 42 & 44 Orford Avenue.  These homes were  released in September 2021.

• 3 bedroom terraced homes with parking for 2 vehicles
• £780 pcm

• 4 bedroom, detached homes with 2 bathrooms, parking for 2 vehicles, a single garage and a separate utility room
• £1,025 pcm

We are pleased to announce that phase 1 of Orford Avenue, Waddington are all let. We now have phase 2, which will be released later in the year. These new properties have been snapped up and so if you are interested, make sure to get onto our mailing list. 

Did you know appliances are included?
All our market rent properties are built to a high specification, are energy efficient and will come with a beautiful fully fitted kitchen – including the following quality appliances:

• Integrated dishwasher
• Integrated fridge freezer
• Integrated double eye level oven
• Induction Hob and extraction hood
• Integrated washing machine (freestanding if your home has a utility room)

For market rent properties, phase two consisted of Numbers 32, 34, 36, 38, 40, 42 & 44 Orford Avenue.  These homes will be  released in September 2021.

• 3 bedroom terraced homes with parking for 2 vehicles
• £780 pcm

• 4 bedroom, detached homes with 2 bathrooms, parking for 2 vehicles, a single garage and a separate utility room
• £1,025 pcm