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Council housing new build developments 2023/24

Council housing new-build developments - Fairfield, Perth

A development of 18 flats was completed in Fairfield, Perth, in August 2023. 

  • Two-bedroom flats built over two connected blocks.
  • Ground floor flats are accessible, with wet rooms for people who use wheelchairs, allowing tenants to live independently.

Investment

£3m was invested in the development by Perth & Kinross Council and the Scottish Government.

Builder

The development was built by the Council's construction partner Hadden Group.

Energy efficiency measures included

  • All flats are all linked to solar roof panels.
  • The properties are insulated to the highest standard.

 

Council housing new-build developments - Murrie Court and Roy Close, Methven

A development of 24 new Council homes was completed in Murrie Court and Roy Close, Methven, in November 2023.

7 three-bedroom and 17 two-bedroom homes for tenants with a range of housing needs.

Investment

A Scottish Government grant of £1.6m, plus investment of £2.4m from Perth & Kinross Council.

Builder

The homes were built by the Council's construction partner GS Brown.

Energy efficiency measures included

  • Solar panels
  • High quality insulation
  • High levels of air tightness. 

Safety features such as sprinkler systems, fire alarm systems, and electrical surge protection devices were also included as standard.