Stirling Council have announced a number of new homes to be built in Balfron to meet the demand for socially rented properties.

Ten new councils homes are to be built, consisting of one and two bedroom flats on Main Street.

The council said that it has acquired a construction site that has been left partially developed for a number of years. This site will now be completed by the council. In addition to the flats, there will be two commercial units.

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Stirling Council’s Housing Convenor Cllr Violet Weir said: "This is a great boost for Balfron. The new development will not only improve the overall look of the Main Street, but will also provide much needed, good quality accommodation for both residents and local small businesses. I look forward to them being completed and tenants moving in as soon as possible.

"The new properties will all be built to an excellent standard. They will be environmentally friendly and comfortable, with high levels of insulation to ensure they meet energy efficiency standards."

More than 100 new homes have been added to Council stock since 2012.

(MH/CD)