About Zen

I want to
work with Zen

We work with housebuilders, developers, local authorities and other organisations to deliver more high-quality affordable homes across England.

We are interested in opportunities that align with local housing need, provide good-quality homes for residents and can be managed sustainably for the long term.

  • A newly built block of red brick flats with balconies on a Zen scheme
    Housebuilders
    and developers
    Who we work with

    We work with developers on a range of affordable housing opportunities, including:

    • acquiring affordable homes within new developments;
    • working with partners on Section 106 and other affordable housing requirements;
    • forward funding and forward purchase arrangements where appropriate;
    • acquiring rented and shared ownership homes;
    • working on schemes of different sizes and in a range of locations; and
    • progressing opportunities through clear and proportionate governance and due diligence.
  • A row of new red brick family houses with tiled roofs and front gardens
    Local
    authorities
    Who we work with

    We work closely with local authorities to help meet local housing need. This can include:

    • providing affordable rented and shared ownership homes;
    • working through nomination arrangements;
    • supporting new housing delivery within local areas;
    • working alongside councils and developers on Section 106 schemes; and
    • developing long-term relationships that support residents and local communities.

Why work with Zen

  • Three providers, one group Who we are

    Zen Housing Group brings together three Registered Providers of Social Housing and works with experienced housebuilders, managing agents and other specialist partners.

  • A long-term view How we think

    We take a long-term approach to the homes we acquire. Our focus is not simply on completing transactions, but on making sure homes are well designed, safe, energy efficient and capable of being managed effectively for residents over the long term.

  • Clear governance How we work

    We have an established governance and approval process and aim to work collaboratively with partners to progress suitable opportunities efficiently and transparently.

Proud to partner with:

  • Altair
  • Soresi
  • UTOPI
  • ETL Global
  • Red Loft
  • Guided
  • Pinnacle Group
  • Devonshires