Rural County Durham is facing a pressing shortage of affordable housing. With the government setting ambitious housebuilding targets, including a 53% increase for our area, now is the time for rural communities to get involved to influence where and how housing is built.

Join us for a collaborative event designed to address the future of affordable housing in rural County Durham.

This is your opportunity to:

• Understand the scale of the housing challenge and the urgent need for action.
• Learn how recent policy changes can support affordable housing in your area.
• Gain insights into best practices and tools like Neighbourhood Plans to guide development.

Who is this event for?

• Parish Councils
• Landowners (e.g. farmers, Church Commissioners, estate owners)
• Housing Associations
• Residents of rural County Durham
• Architects

Speakers include:

• Susan Tron MBE, Rural Housing Enabler, Durham Community Action
• Stephen Reed, Planning Manager, Durham County Council
• Stuart Carter, Principal Policy Officer, Durham County Council
• Dr Michael Bullock, ARC4

Let’s work together to shape a future where rural communities thrive. 

For any enquiries please email susan.tron@durhamcommunityaction.org.uk