§ Mr. Abseasked the Minister of Housing and Local Government and Minister for Welsh Affairs what is the acreage of land acquired for the housing association now erecting flats in North Cardiff; what price per acre was approved by his Department for the purchase of the land; what rentals it is intended that the housing association will charge; in addition to the rental charge, what maintenance charge is intended to be made; and whether the rental charge includes a garage.
§ Sir K. JosephThe acreage of land acquired by the South Wales and Monmouthshire Housing Association, Ltd.,220W now erecting flats and garages at Penylan, is approximately 1.75 acres. The purchase price I approved worked out at £13,809 per acre, or about £500 per flat. The rents of the flats, including a garage, are estimated to be from £4 4s. per week to £5 10s. per week, exclusive. These estimated rents include 10s. Od. per week for maintenance and other services.