Work on a £1.65million council house development has been completed in Perth city centre.

The four-storey block at 6 Milne Street is made up of eight new flats, including accommodation specifically designed for wheelchair users and people with specific needs.

The block, which consists of four 1-bed flats and four 2-bed properties, was formerly the site of a disused church.

The ground floor flats are wheelchair accessible, with wet rooms, an open plan layout and general supported living adaptations.

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One of the main aims of the Perth and Kinross Local Housing Strategy is to support people to live independently in their own homes, which is what people have told us they want. People who have a disability or other specific needs often need suitable accommodation and support to live independently. The block also has a bike store, drying area and bin stores to the rear, as well as controlled door entry off the street.

The development was funded in partnership by Perth & Kinross Council and the Scottish Government, and delivered by our construction partner CCG Scotland Ltd.

Housing and Communities Convener, Councillor Bob Brawn, visited the block and said: "These new flats will provide affordable one and two-bed accommodation for people right in the heart of Perth. I'm particularly delighted that the ground-floor flats are suitable for people with a disability. It's important that we consider the needs of everyone when we are making plans for new housing."