Aberdeenshire Council has agreed plans to build 80 new 'affordable' homes in the region.

Members of the Policy and Resources committee approved proposals for new housing to be developed in Turriff, Peterhead, Oldmeldrum, Strachan, Huntly and Fraserburgh.

The next step is to begin the tender process. However, these will be issued via public contracts Scotland after the council said initial approaches to the market "did not provide best value for the public purse".

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The schemes will be taken out to tender in line with the gateway approval process, with community consultation to follow as part of the normal planning process.

Cllr Richard Thomson said: "Back in November last year we discussed these projects and this committee was vocal in its support for the development of affordable housing in Aberdeenshire. Members today were reassured that these are being progressed in line with best value and gave their backing to the next steps.

"Affordable housing is a priority for Aberdeenshire Council, and it is important to keep the momentum up on these developments. Over 80 new homes coming into the market, in a range of locations, will have an impact and we look forward to working with officers to see these developed."

In addition, a new Housing Framework is being developed to support the objectives for affordable housing in Aberdeenshire.

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