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The Leeds PIPES scheme will provide low carbon heat and hot water to 1,983 council tenanted homes, of which 1,440 will benefit from heating bills being reduced.
Work began on the construction of the Leeds PIPES heating network in January 2018. This work will run until Summer 2020.
Our Tenant Liaison Officers will keep you up-to-date as work progresses, and we will let you know in advance of any work which will directly affect you.
Please click on the relevant apartment block below for further specific information.
Appleton Close
What will Leeds PIPES mean for you?
Being connected to the Leeds PIPES heat network is predicted to offer energy bill savings of between 10% and 25% per year, giving heat and hot water whenever you need it – and ensuring you only pay for the energy you use.
What work will be undertaken?
Connecting to the Leeds PIPES network will involve installing the heating pipe and connecting it to each block of apartments. Together with this, new internal heating systems as well as a smart metering solution will be installed. We will be in touch directly with affected tenants ahead of the installation of these new heating systems.
What will be installed in your property?
• New HIU – will provide instantaneous heat and water
• New internal pipework and radiators
• When connected to the Leeds PIPES heat network you will receive a vPro2 Smart Meter. This meter allows you to measure and control how much energy you are using, day and night.
Leeds PIPES will work on a ‘pay as you go’ basis. Through your vPro2 you will be able to monitor consumption and view & top-up your account balance. You will be able to top-up either online, via Direct Debit or over the phone.
When are the works due to take place?
Works within the communal areas of Appleton Close are due to start in April 2018 and changeovers within each property will begin in February 2020. Vital Energi’s Tenant Liaison will be notifying you in advance of the works taking place in your property, and will work with you to ensure minimal disruption to you.
Please note these dates are subject to change.
Appleton Court
What will Leeds PIPES mean for you?
Being connected to the Leeds PIPES heat network is predicted to offer energy bill savings of between 10% and 25% per year, giving heat and hot water whenever you need it – and ensuring you only pay for the energy you use.
What work will be undertaken?
Connecting to the Leeds PIPES network will involve installing the heating pipe and connecting it to each block of apartments. Together with this, new internal heating systems as well as a smart metering solution will be installed. We will be in touch directly with affected tenants ahead of the installation of these new heating systems.
What will be installed in your property?
• New HIU – will provide instantaneous heat and water
• New internal pipework and radiators
• When connected to the Leeds PIPES heat network you will receive a vPro2 Smart Meter. This meter allows you to measure and control how much energy you are using, day and night.
Leeds PIPES will work on a ‘pay as you go’ basis. Through your vPro2 you will be able to monitor consumption and view & top-up your account balance. You will be able to top-up either online, via Direct Debit or over the phone.
When are the works due to take place?
Works within the communal areas of Appleton Court are due to start in June 2018 and changeovers within each property will begin in February 2020. Vital Energi’s Tenant Liaison will be notifying you in advance of any works taking place in your property, and will work with you to ensure minimal disruption to you.
Please note these dates are subject to change.
Appleton Square
What will Leeds PIPES mean for you?
Being connected to the Leeds PIPES heat network is predicted to offer energy bill savings of between 10% and 25% per year, giving heat and hot water whenever you need it – and ensuring you only pay for the energy you use.
What work will be undertaken?
Connecting to the Leeds PIPES network will involve installing the heating pipe and connecting it to each block of apartments. Together with this, new internal heating systems as well as a smart metering solution will be installed. We will be in touch directly with affected tenants ahead of the installation of these new heating systems.
What will be installed in your property?
• New HIU – will provide instantaneous heat and water
• New internal pipework and radiators
• When connected to the Leeds PIPES heat network you will receive a vPro2 Smart Meter. This meter allows you to measure and control how much energy you are using, day and night.
Leeds PIPES will work on a ‘pay as you go’ basis. Through your vPro2 you will be able to monitor consumption and view & top-up your account balance. You will be able to top-up either online, via Direct Debit or over the phone.
When are the works due to take place?
Works within the communal areas of Appleton Square are due to start in July 2018 and changeovers within each property will begin in March 2020. Vital Energi’s Tenant Liaison will be notifying you in advance of the works taking place in your property, and will work with you to ensure minimal disruption to you.
Please note these dates are subject to change
Beckett Street
What will Leeds PIPES mean for you?
Being connected to the Leeds PIPES heat network is predicted to offer energy bill savings of between 10% and 25% per year, giving heat and hot water whenever you need it – and ensuring you only pay for the energy you use.
What work will be undertaken?
Connecting to the Leeds PIPES network will involve installing the heating pipe and connecting it to each block of apartments. Together with this, new internal heating systems as well as a smart metering solution will be installed. We will be in touch directly with affected tenants ahead of the installation of these new heating systems.
What will be installed in your property?
• New HIU – will provide instantaneous heat and water
• New internal pipework and radiators
• When connected to the Leeds PIPES heat network you will receive a vPro2 Smart Meter. This meter allows you to measure and control how much energy you are using, day and night.
Leeds PIPES will work on a ‘pay as you go’ basis. Through your vPro2 you will be able to monitor consumption and view & top-up your account balance. You will be able to top-up either online, via Direct Debit or over the phone.
When are the works due to take place?
Works within the communal areas of Beckett Street are due to start in October 2018 and changeovers within each property will begin in July 2019. Vital Energi’s Tenant Liaison will be notifying you in advance of the works taking place in your property, and will work with you to ensure minimal disruption to you.
Please note these dates are subject to change
Boston Towers
What will Leeds PIPES mean for you?
Being connected to the Leeds PIPES heat network is predicted to offer energy bill savings of between 10% and 25% per year, giving heat and hot water whenever you need it – and ensuring you only pay for the energy you use.
What work will be undertaken?
Connecting to the Leeds PIPES network will involve installing the heating pipe and connecting it to each block of apartments. Together with this, new internal heating systems as well as a smart metering solution will be installed. We will be in touch directly with affected tenants ahead of the installation of these new heating systems.
What will be installed in your property?
• New HIU – will provide instantaneous heat and water
• New internal pipework and radiators
• When connected to the Leeds PIPES heat network you will receive a vPro2 Smart Meter. This meter allows you to measure and control how much energy you are using, day and night.
Leeds PIPES will work on a ‘pay as you go’ basis. Through your vPro2 you will be able to monitor consumption and view & top-up your account balance. You will be able to top-up either online, via Direct Debit or over the phone.
When are the works due to take place?
Works within the communal areas of Boston Towers were started in January 2018 and changeovers within each property will begin on 1st April 2019. Vital Energi’s Tenant Liaison will be notifying you in advance of the works taking place in your property, and will work with you to ensure minimal disruption to you.
Please note these dates are subject to change
Cherry Court
What will Leeds PIPES mean for you?
Being connected to the Leeds PIPES heat network is predicted to offer energy bill savings of between 10% and 25% per year, giving heat and hot water whenever you need it – and ensuring you only pay for the energy you use.
What work will be undertaken?
Connecting to the Leeds PIPES network will involve installing the heating pipe and connecting it to each block of apartments. Together with this, new internal heating systems as well as a smart metering solution will be installed. We will be in touch directly with affected tenants ahead of the installation of these new heating systems.
What will be installed in your property?
• New HIU – will provide instantaneous heat and water
• New internal pipework and radiators
• When connected to the Leeds PIPES heat network you will receive a vPro2 Smart Meter. This meter allows you to measure and control how much energy you are using, day and night.
Leeds PIPES will work on a ‘pay as you go’ basis. Through your vPro2 you will be able to monitor consumption and view & top-up your account balance. You will be able to top-up either online, via Direct Debit or over the phone.
When are the works due to take place?
Works within the communal areas of Cherry Court were started in February 2018 and changeovers within each property will begin in April 2019. Vital Energi’s Tenant Liaison will be notifying you in advance of the works taking place in your property, and will work with you to ensure minimal disruption to you.
Please note these dates are subject to change.
Cromwell Heights
What will Leeds PIPES mean for you?
Being connected to the Leeds PIPES heat network is predicted to offer energy bill savings of between 10% and 25% per year, giving heat and hot water whenever you need it – and ensuring you only pay for the energy you use.
What work will be undertaken?
Connecting to the Leeds PIPES network will involve installing the heating pipe and connecting it to each block of apartments. Together with this, new internal heating systems as well as a smart metering solution will be installed. We will be in touch directly with affected tenants ahead of the installation of these new heating systems.
What will be installed in your property?
• New HIU – will provide instantaneous heat and water
• New internal pipework and radiators
• When connected to the Leeds PIPES heat network you will receive a vPro2 Smart Meter. This meter allows you to measure and control how much energy you are using, day and night.
Leeds PIPES will work on a ‘pay as you go’ basis. Through your vPro2 you will be able to monitor consumption and view & top-up your account balance. You will be able to top-up either online, via Direct Debit or over the phone.
When are the works due to take place?
Works within the communal areas are due to start:
Numbers 1 -64 January 2019
Numbers 65 – 121 February 2019
Numbers 122 – 181 April 2019
Changeovers within each property will begin as below:
Numbers 1 – 64 September 2019
Numbers 65 – 121 October 2019
Numbers 122 – 181 November 2019
Vital Energi’s Tenant Liaison will be notifying you in advance of any works taking place in your property, and will work with you to ensure minimal disruption to you.
Please note these dates are subject to change.
Ferriby Towers
What will Leeds PIPES mean for you?
Being connected to the Leeds PIPES heat network is predicted to offer energy bill savings of between 10% and 25% per year, giving heat and hot water whenever you need it – and ensuring you only pay for the energy you use.
What work will be undertaken?
Connecting to the Leeds PIPES network will involve installing the heating pipe and connecting it to each block of apartments. Together with this, new internal heating systems as well as a smart metering solution will be installed. We will be in touch directly with affected tenants ahead of the installation of these new heating systems.
What will be installed in your property?
• New HIU – will provide instantaneous heat and water
• New internal pipework and radiators
• When connected to the Leeds PIPES heat network you will receive a vPro2 Smart Meter. This meter allows you to measure and control how much energy you are using, day and night.
Leeds PIPES will work on a ‘pay as you go’ basis. Through your vPro2 you will be able to monitor consumption and view & top-up your account balance. You will be able to top-up either online, via Direct Debit or over the phone.
When are the works due to take place?
Works within the communal areas of Ferriby Towers are due to start in July 2018 and changeovers within each property will begin in June 2019. Vital Energi’s Tenant Liaison will be notifying you in advance of the works taking place in your property, and will work with you to ensure minimal disruption to you.
Please note these dates are subject to change
Grantham Towers
What will Leeds PIPES mean for you?
Being connected to the Leeds PIPES heat network is predicted to offer energy bill savings of between 10% and 25% per year, giving heat and hot water whenever you need it – and ensuring you only pay for the energy you use.
What work will be undertaken?
Connecting to the Leeds PIPES network will involve installing the heating pipe and connecting it to each block of apartments. Together with this, new internal heating systems as well as a smart metering solution will be installed. We will be in touch directly with affected tenants ahead of the installation of these new heating systems.
What will be installed in your property?
• New HIU – will provide instantaneous heat and water
• New internal pipework and radiators
• When connected to the Leeds PIPES heat network you will receive a vPro2 Smart Meter. This meter allows you to measure and control how much energy you are using, day and night.
Leeds PIPES will work on a ‘pay as you go’ basis. Through your vPro2 you will be able to monitor consumption and view & top-up your account balance. You will be able to top-up either online, via Direct Debit or over the phone.
When are the works due to take place?
Works within the communal areas of Grantham Towers are due to start in August 2018 and changeovers within each property will begin in June 2019. Vital Energi’s Tenant Liaison will be notifying you in advance of the works taking place in your property, and will work with you to ensure minimal disruption to you.
Please note these dates are subject to change.
Granville Road
What will Leeds PIPES mean for you?
Being connected to the Leeds PIPES heat network is predicted to offer energy bill savings of between 10% and 25% per year, giving heat and hot water whenever you need it – and ensuring you only pay for the energy you use.
What work will be undertaken?
Connecting to the Leeds PIPES network will involve installing the heating pipe and connecting it to each block of apartments. Together with this, new internal heating systems as well as a smart metering solution will be installed. We will be in touch directly with affected tenants ahead of the installation of these new heating systems.
What will be installed in your property?
• New HIU – will provide instantaneous heat and water
• New internal pipework and radiators
• When connected to the Leeds PIPES heat network you will receive a vPro2 Smart Meter. This meter allows you to measure and control how much energy you are using, day and night.
Leeds PIPES will work on a ‘pay as you go’ basis. Through your vPro2 you will be able to monitor consumption and view & top-up your account balance. You will be able to top-up either online, via Direct Debit or over the phone.
When are the works due to take place?
Works within the communal areas of Granville Road are due to start in November 2018 and changeovers within each property will begin in August 2019. Vital Energi’s Tenant Liaison will be notifying you in advance of the works taking place in your property, and will work with you to ensure minimal disruption to you.
Please note these dates are subject to change.
Lincoln Towers
What will Leeds PIPES mean for you?
Being connected to the Leeds PIPES heat network is predicted to offer energy bill savings of between 10% and 25% per year, giving heat and hot water whenever you need it – and ensuring you only pay for the energy you use.
What work will be undertaken?
Connecting to the Leeds PIPES network will involve installing the heating pipe and connecting it to each block of apartments. Together with this, new internal heating systems as well as a smart metering solution will be installed. We will be in touch directly with affected tenants ahead of the installation of these new heating systems.
What will be installed in your property?
• New HIU – will provide instantaneous heat and water
• New internal pipework and radiators
• When connected to the Leeds PIPES heat network you will receive a vPro2 Smart Meter. This meter allows you to measure and control how much energy you are using, day and night.
Leeds PIPES will work on a ‘pay as you go’ basis. Through your vPro2 you will be able to monitor consumption and view & top-up your account balance. You will be able to top-up either online, via Direct Debit or over the phone.
When are the works due to take place?
Works within the communal areas of Lincoln Towers are due to start in October 2018 and changeovers within each property will begin in July 2019. Vital Energi’s Tenant Liaison will be notifying you in advance of the works taking place in your property, and will work with you to ensure minimal disruption to you.
Please note these dates are subject to change.
Lindsey Mount
What will Leeds PIPES mean for you?
Being connected to the Leeds PIPES heat network is predicted to offer energy bill savings of between 10% and 25% per year, giving heat and hot water whenever you need it – and ensuring you only pay for the energy you use.
What work will be undertaken?
Connecting to the Leeds PIPES network will involve installing the heating pipe and connecting it to each block of apartments. Together with this, new internal heating systems as well as a smart metering solution will be installed. We will be in touch directly with affected tenants ahead of the installation of these new heating systems.
What will be installed in your property?
• New HIU – will provide instantaneous heat and water
• New internal pipework and radiators
• When connected to the Leeds PIPES heat network you will receive a vPro2 Smart Meter. This meter allows you to measure and control how much energy you are using, day and night.
Leeds PIPES will work on a ‘pay as you go’ basis. Through your vPro2 you will be able to monitor consumption and view & top-up your account balance. You will be able to top-up either online, via Direct Debit or over the phone.
When are the works due to take place?
Works within the communal areas of Lindsey Mount are due to start in November 2018 and changeovers within each property will begin in July 2019. Vital Energi’s Tenant Liaison will be notifying you in advance of the works taking place in your property, and will work with you to ensure minimal disruption to you.
Please note these dates are subject to change.
Marston Mount
What will Leeds PIPES mean for you?
Being connected to the Leeds PIPES heat network is predicted to offer energy bill savings of between 10% and 25% per year, giving heat and hot water whenever you need it – and ensuring you only pay for the energy you use.
What work will be undertaken?
Connecting to the Leeds PIPES network will involve installing the heating pipe and connecting it to each block of apartments. Together with this, new internal heating systems as well as a smart metering solution will be installed. We will be in touch directly with affected tenants ahead of the installation of these new heating systems.
What will be installed in your property?
• New HIU – will provide instantaneous heat and water
• New internal pipework and radiators
• When connected to the Leeds PIPES heat network you will receive a vPro2 Smart Meter. This meter allows you to measure and control how much energy you are using, day and night.
Leeds PIPES will work on a ‘pay as you go’ basis. Through your vPro2 you will be able to monitor consumption and view & top-up your account balance. You will be able to top-up either online, via Direct Debit or over the phone.
When are the works due to take place?
Works within the communal areas of Marston Mount are due to start in January 2019 and changeovers within each property will begin in July 2019. Vital Energi’s Tenant Liaison will be notifying you in advance of the works taking place in your property, and will work with you to ensure minimal disruption to you.
Please note these dates are subject to change.
Roxby Close
What will Leeds PIPES mean for you?
Being connected to the Leeds PIPES heat network is predicted to offer energy bill savings of between 10% and 25% per year, giving heat and hot water whenever you need it – and ensuring you only pay for the energy you use.
What work will be undertaken?
Connecting to the Leeds PIPES network will involve installing the heating pipe and connecting it to each block of apartments. Together with this, new internal heating systems as well as a smart metering solution will be installed. We will be in touch directly with affected tenants ahead of the installation of these new heating systems.
What will be installed in your property?
• New HIU – will provide instantaneous heat and water
• New internal pipework and radiators
• When connected to the Leeds PIPES heat network you will receive a vPro2 Smart Meter. This meter allows you to measure and control how much energy you are using, day and night.
Leeds PIPES will work on a ‘pay as you go’ basis. Through your vPro2 you will be able to monitor consumption and view & top-up your account balance. You will be able to top-up either online, via Direct Debit or over the phone.
When are the works due to take place?
Works within the communal areas of Roxby Close are due to start in June 2018 and changeovers within each property will begin in May 2019. Vital Energi’s Tenant Liaison will be notifying you in advance of the works taking place in your property, and will work with you to ensure minimal disruption to you.
Please note these dates are subject to change.
Saville Green
What will Leeds PIPES mean for you?
Being connected to the Leeds PIPES heat network is predicted to offer energy bill savings of between 10% and 25% per year, giving heat and hot water whenever you need it – and ensuring you only pay for the energy you use.
What work will be undertaken?
Connecting to the Leeds PIPES network will involve installing the heating pipe and connecting it to each block of apartments. Together with this, new internal heating systems as well as a smart metering solution will be installed. We will be in touch directly with affected tenants ahead of the installation of these new heating systems.
What will be installed in your property?
• New HIU – will provide instantaneous heat and water
• New internal pipework and radiators
• When connected to the Leeds PIPES heat network you will receive a vPro2 Smart Meter. This meter allows you to measure and control how much energy you are using, day and night.
Leeds PIPES will work on a ‘pay as you go’ basis. Through your vPro2 you will be able to monitor consumption and view & top-up your account balance. You will be able to top-up either online, via Direct Debit or over the phone.
When are the works due to take place?
Works within the communal areas of Saville Green are due to start in August 2018 and changeovers within each property will begin in March 2020. Vital Energi’s Tenant Liaison will be notifying you in advance of the works taking place in your property, and will work with you to ensure minimal disruption to you.
Please note these dates are subject to change.
Shakespeare Court
What will Leeds PIPES mean for you?
Being connected to the Leeds PIPES heat network is predicted to offer energy bill savings of between 10% and 25% per year, giving heat and hot water whenever you need it – and ensuring you only pay for the energy you use.
What work will be undertaken?
Connecting to the Leeds PIPES network will involve installing the heating pipe and connecting it to each block of apartments. Together with this, new internal heating systems as well as a smart metering solution will be installed. We will be in touch directly with affected tenants ahead of the installation of these new heating systems.
What will be installed in your property?
• New HIU – will provide instantaneous heat and water
• New internal pipework and radiators
• When connected to the Leeds PIPES heat network you will receive a vPro2 Smart Meter. This meter allows you to measure and control how much energy you are using, day and night.
Leeds PIPES will work on a ‘pay as you go’ basis. Through your vPro2 you will be able to monitor consumption and view & top-up your account balance. You will be able to top-up either online, via Direct Debit or over the phone.
When are the works due to take place?
Works within the communal areas of Shakespeare Court started in February 2018 and changeovers within each property will begin in August 2019. Vital Energi’s Tenant Liaison will be notifying you in advance of the works taking place in your property, and will work with you to ensure minimal disruption to you.
Please note these dates are subject to change.
Shakespeare Grange
What will Leeds PIPES mean for you?
Being connected to the Leeds PIPES heat network is predicted to offer energy bill savings of between 10% and 25% per year, giving heat and hot water whenever you need it – and ensuring you only pay for the energy you use.
What work will be undertaken?
Connecting to the Leeds PIPES network will involve installing the heating pipe and connecting it to each block of apartments. Together with this, new internal heating systems as well as a smart metering solution will be installed. We will be in touch directly with affected tenants ahead of the installation of these new heating systems.
What will be installed in your property?
• New HIU – will provide instantaneous heat and water
• New internal pipework and radiators
• When connected to the Leeds PIPES heat network you will receive a vPro2 Smart Meter. This meter allows you to measure and control how much energy you are using, day and night.
Leeds PIPES will work on a ‘pay as you go’ basis. Through your vPro2 you will be able to monitor consumption and view & top-up your account balance. You will be able to top-up either online, via Direct Debit or over the phone.
When are the works due to take place?
Works within the communal areas of Shakespeare Grange were started in March 2018 and changeovers within each property will begin in August 2019. Vital Energi’s Tenant Liaison will be notifying you in advance of the works taking place in your property, and will work with you to ensure minimal disruption to you.
Please note these dates are subject to change.
Shakespeare Towers
What will Leeds PIPES mean for you?
Being connected to the Leeds PIPES heat network is predicted to offer energy bill savings of between 10% and 25% per year, giving heat and hot water whenever you need it – and ensuring you only pay for the energy you use.
What work will be undertaken?
Connecting to the Leeds PIPES network will involve installing the heating pipe and connecting it to each block of apartments. Together with this, new internal heating systems as well as a smart metering solution will be installed. We will be in touch directly with affected tenants ahead of the installation of these new heating systems.
What will be installed in your property?
• New HIU – will provide instantaneous heat and water
• New internal pipework and radiators
• When connected to the Leeds PIPES heat network you will receive a vPro2 Smart Meter. This meter allows you to measure and control how much energy you are using, day and night.
Leeds PIPES will work on a ‘pay as you go’ basis. Through your vPro2 you will be able to monitor consumption and view & top-up your account balance. You will be able to top-up either online, via Direct Debit or over the phone.
When are the works due to take place?
Works within the communal areas of Shakespeare Towers are due to start in May 2018 and changeovers within each property will begin in September 2019. Vital Energi’s Tenant Liaison will be notifying you in advance of the works taking place in your property, and will work with you to ensure minimal disruption to you.
Please note these dates are subject to change.
Spalding Towers
What will Leeds PIPES mean for you?
Being connected to the Leeds PIPES heat network is predicted to offer energy bill savings of between 10% and 25% per year, giving heat and hot water whenever you need it – and ensuring you only pay for the energy you use.
What work will be undertaken?
Connecting to the Leeds PIPES network will involve installing the heating pipe and connecting it to each block of apartments. Together with this, new internal heating systems as well as a smart metering solution will be installed. We will be in touch directly with affected tenants ahead of the installation of these new heating systems.
What will be installed in your property?
• New HIU – will provide instantaneous heat and water
• New internal pipework and radiators
• When connected to the Leeds PIPES heat network you will receive a vPro2 Smart Meter. This meter allows you to measure and control how much energy you are using, day and night.
Leeds PIPES will work on a ‘pay as you go’ basis. Through your vPro2 you will be able to monitor consumption and view & top-up your account balance. You will be able to top-up either online, via Direct Debit or over the phone.
When are the works due to take place?
Works within the communal areas of Spalding Towers are due to start in April 2018 and changeovers within each property will begin in May 2019. Vital Energi’s Tenant Liaison will be notifying you in advance of the works taking place in your property, and will work with you to ensure minimal disruption to you.
Please note these dates are subject to change.
Torre Gardens
What will Leeds PIPES mean for you?
Being connected to the Leeds PIPES heat network is predicted to offer energy bill savings of between 10% and 25% per year, giving heat and hot water whenever you need it – and ensuring you only pay for the energy you use.
What work will be undertaken?
Connecting to the Leeds PIPES network will involve installing the heating pipe and connecting it to each block of apartments. Together with this, new internal heating systems as well as a smart metering solution will be installed. We will be in touch directly with affected tenants ahead of the installation of these new heating systems.
What will be installed in your property?
• New HIU – will provide instantaneous heat and water
• New internal pipework and radiators
• When connected to the Leeds PIPES heat network you will receive a vPro2 Smart Meter. This meter allows you to measure and control how much energy you are using, day and night.
Leeds PIPES will work on a ‘pay as you go’ basis. Through your vPro2 you will be able to monitor consumption and view & top-up your account balance. You will be able to top-up either online, via Direct Debit or over the phone.
When are the works due to take place?
Works within the communal areas of Torre Gardens are due to start in May 2019 and changeovers within each property will begin in January 2020. Vital Energi’s Tenant Liaison will be notifying you in advance of the works taking place in your property, and will work with you to ensure minimal disruption to you.
Please note these dates are subject to change.
Torre Green
What will Leeds PIPES mean for you?
Being connected to the Leeds PIPES heat network is predicted to offer energy bill savings of between 10% and 25% per year, giving heat and hot water whenever you need it – and ensuring you only pay for the energy you use.
What work will be undertaken?
Connecting to the Leeds PIPES network will involve installing the heating pipe and connecting it to each block of apartments. Together with this, new internal heating systems as well as a smart metering solution will be installed. We will be in touch directly with affected tenants ahead of the installation of these new heating systems.
What will be installed in your property?
• New HIU – will provide instantaneous heat and water
• New internal pipework and radiators
• When connected to the Leeds PIPES heat network you will receive a vPro2 Smart Meter. This meter allows you to measure and control how much energy you are using, day and night.
Leeds PIPES will work on a ‘pay as you go’ basis. Through your vPro2 you will be able to monitor consumption and view & top-up your account balance. You will be able to top-up either online, via Direct Debit or over the phone.
When are the works due to take place?
Works within the communal areas of Torre Green are due to start in June 2019 and changeovers within each property will begin in January 2020. Vital Energi’s Tenant Liaison will be notifying you in advance of the works taking place in your property, and will work with you to ensure minimal disruption to you.
Please note these dates are subject to change.
Stoney Rock
What will Leeds PIPES mean for you?
A new energy centre is being built to replace the current boiler house at Saxton Gardens. This has been designed to be in keeping with the architecture of the surrounding building and has incorporated feedback from the Council Tenants.
The Saxton Gardens energy centre will ensure residents receive low carbon heat and hot water.
When will construction take place?
Construction of the Saxton Garden energy centre will begin in May 2018. Updates will follow in due course.
Saxton Gardens
What will Leeds PIPES mean for you?
A new energy centre is being built to replace the current boiler house at Saxton Gardens. This has been designed to be in keeping with the architecture of the surrounding building and has incorporated feedback from the Council Tenants.
The Saxton Gardens energy centre will ensure residents receive low carbon heat and hot water.
When will construction take place?
Construction of the Saxton Garden energy centre will begin in May 2018. Updates will follow in due course.
Frequently Asked Questions
Following the Community Open days, we have provided answers to the questions you asked us about the Leeds PIPES Network. Please click the below questions to view the answers.
Why is my property being connected to the Leeds PIPES network?
Will I save money when I'm connected to the Leeds PIPES network?
What will happen to my existing heating and hot water system and how will I be connected onto the new District Heating system?
How will the pipework look which is installed on the external elevations of the buildings?
Is it essential that I have the work carried out in my property?
What is going to be involved/how will it affect me?
Do residents have a choice of energy provider when the district heating system has been installed?
However, all residents will be able to choose their electricity provider, in the same way that you currently can. It is very important that you make sure that you change your tariff from an Economy 7 to a standard tariff once the district heating is installed, to avoid being over charged.
Am I going to be charged for this work?
Can leaseholders buy into the new heating scheme?
Where will the radiators be positioned in my property?
Does the district heating system affect the electric shower within my property?
How will the temperature of the new district heating system be controlled within my property?
Contact Details
If you are a Council Tenant and have any questions, please get in touch with one of our Tenant Liaison Officers on the details below.