He added: “Taw View marks the first phase of the OFH programme. Not only will it deliver much needed short-term accommodation for our clinical colleagues, it paves the way for relocating the staff car park and unlocking the site for the major, much needed, clinical build that will follow.
“The next phase will deliver new, fit for purpose operating theatres, intensive care unit, expanded diagnostic facilities and enhanced women’s and children’s services.”
The trust said solar panels would cover most of the roof, adding it would ensure a biodiversity net gain of at least 10% was reached through on and off-site habitat provision.
Ian Roome, MP for North Devon, said it was a “practical investment”.
“In Parliament, I will continue pressing the government to bring forward the remaining funding needed for the next stages of the project,” he said.