Galliford Try will work in partnership with the Affinity Sutton Group housing association on the redevelopment, which when completed will be one of the first major carbon neutral developments in the UK.
 
Set in 90 acres of grade II listed "historic parks and gardens of historic interest" the development will provide approximately 800 homes and commercial/ community buildings of which 40% will be affordable.  The development is conceived as a landmark sustainable scheme providing high quality net zero carbon building design.
 
Galliford Try will also use its specialist expertise to renovate and convert key existing former hospital buildings to provide new homes. Further plans for the site include 50,000 sq ft of commercial and community facilities, including a theatre, artist's studios, offices and a restaurant.
 
Greg Fitzgerald, chief executive, Galliford Try said: "We are excited to be working again with English Partnerships to provide this pioneering carbon neutral development in Chichester. This latest award confirms Galliford Try's recognised expertise in the affordable housing and regeneration sectors, and we look forward to building a vibrant living and working space for the community."