A new development of 48 flats for social rent has been completed in East Lane, Paisley. The project, undertaken by The JR Group on behalf of Loretto Housing Association, which is part of the Wheatley Group, will soon welcome its first tenants.

The collection of one- and two-bedroom apartments has been fully allocated, and the site has now been officially handed over to Loretto Housing Association. The development marks the regeneration of the former Arnold Clarke garage site, which was previously located on East Lane.

The new homes include four ground-floor apartments designed to be wheelchair accessible.


Andrew Dallas, Projects Director at The JR Group, highlighted the positive impact of the development. "This project is an excellent example of a derelict site turned into a thriving community of affordable homes, helping to address the current urgent need for new, quality homes in the area," he said. "It has been a rewarding project to deliver on behalf of Loretto Housing Association, particularly as this is located in The JR Group's hometown, and we look forward to seeing the new tenants move into their homes."

Loretto Housing Association is a key part of Wheatley, Scotland's largest housing, care, and property management group.

Laura Henderson, Managing Director of Loretto, emphasised the organisation's commitment to building quality homes and communities. "We always want to build homes and communities people are proud to live in," she stated. "These modern, energy-efficient new homes for social rent are an important boost for the area and will really help improve our tenants' quality of life."