Robertson Partnership Homes has started work on a new housing development in Coatbridge, North Lanarkshire.

The company is building 20 new homes at the former Old School Court site in School Street. Completion is scheduled for summer 2018.

Plans include delivering a mix of cottage flats, family homes and two wheelchair adapted properties.

The development forms part of the council's new house building programme which will see 2,150 homes built by 2027.

Speaking at the sod-cutting ceremony, Cllr Allan Graham said "It's great to see the progress that is being made across so many sites in North Lanarkshire as part of our NL Homes Programme.


"Not only do these developments provide quality homes for local people but they also provide regeneration opportunities on a number of vacant sites within the council area. I look forward to seeing the homes taking shape and becoming part of a vibrant housing community."

Des Murray, Assistant Chief Executive, Enterprise and Housing Resources added: "All our new homes are built with energy efficiency in mind. In addition, they meet Housing for Varying Needs specification which means homes are more accessible to adapt to tenants' mobility needs.

"The homes are also 'Secured by Design' accredited, which involves Police Scotland architectural liaison officers having input into the layout and designs to ensure we build safe and secure environments."

Malcolm MacLeod, Managing Director for Robertson partnership Homes Central, said: "The housing development at Old School Court is one of eight projects Robertson is delivering in partnership with North Lanarkshire Council, procured through Scape Group's National Major Works Framework.

"Once complete, these homes will bolster the region's housing portfolio, providing high-quality, affordable living spaces for local residents. We are proud to be part of such a transformational investment."

(LM)