Highland Council Completes 24 New Homes for Social Rent

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The Highland Council has successfully completed a major development project in Evanton, marking a significant milestone in tackling the Highland Housing Challenge. The project saw the construction of 24 new homes for social rent, with the build being funded by the Scottish Government and The Highland Council. This achievement is particularly notable as it marks the 1000th affordable home built by Compass Construction Ltd in the Highland region.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Highland Council has completed 24 new homes for social rent at Teandallon, Evanton, as part of its commitment to meeting the Highland Housing Challenge.
  • The project was funded by a Scottish Government grant totaling £3,490,141, with the remainder funded by The Highland Council.
  • The development is a mix of two, three, and four-bedroom homes, providing a range of housing options for local residents.
  • The Highland Council has worked collaboratively with partners to deliver this project, including the appointed Highland-based builders and contractors, Compass Construction Ltd.
  • The project marks a significant achievement for Compass Construction Ltd, which has now built its 1000th affordable home in the Highland region.
  • Managing Director of Compass Building & Construction Services, Thom MacLeod, highlighted the socio-economic factors involved in the project, including workforce development, community engagement, and supporting local charities and initiatives.
  • Cllr Glynis Campbell-Sinclair, Housing & Property Committee Chair, emphasized the positive impact that new housing can have on people and place, and expressed her wish for all tenants to have a happy and prosperous future in their new homes.

Statistics:

  • 24 new homes for social rent have been completed at Teandallon, Evanton.
  • The project was funded by a Scottish Government grant totaling £3,490,141, with the remainder funded by The Highland Council.
  • This is the 1000th affordable home built by Compass Construction Ltd in the Highland region.
  • The Highland Council has committed to working collaboratively with partners to build a portfolio of housing stock to meet the needs of local residents.
  • The project has created jobs and has a positive impact on the local economy.

Sources:

  • "The Highland Council completes twenty-four new homes for social rent at Teandallon, Evanton" (Highland Council news release).
  • "Housing & Property Committee Chair, Cllr Glynis Campbell-Sinclair" (Speech by Cllr Glynis Campbell-Sinclair).
  • "Managing Director of Compass Building & Construction Services, Thom MacLeod" (Speech by Thom MacLeod).