A proposal to deliver 49 affordable homes on Coatfield Lane in Leith has been approved.

Commissioned by The City of Edinburgh Council, the development will be built by CCG (Scotland) in partnership with Collective Architecture.

The scheme, intended to address a variety of housing requirements, will comprise a mix of one to four-bedroom flats and family houses within the Leith conservation area, near the historic Kirkgate.

Councillor Tim Pogson, the City of Edinburgh Council's housing, homelessness, and fair work convener, said: "This approval is a vital step in tackling the housing emergency facing our city. Unfortunately, too many people are struggling to find a safe, secure and affordable place to call home, and developments like this are a key part of the solution.

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"The 49 new homes will not only provide much-needed accommodation for residents, but they will do so in a way that is sustainable, inclusive, and community-focused. And, as we build these new homes, we'll create well-designed places that respect the historic character of the area while delivering modern, high-quality homes."

CCG Managing Director, David Wylie, said: "We are delighted that plans for 49 affordable homes at Coatfield Lane have now been approved. Our team has worked collaboratively with the design partners to develop the proposals and realise the council's aspirations to deliver what will be a transformative development for the Leith community, and we look forward to commencing construction later this year."