Achi news desk-
The homes were provided after SBHA identified “significant housing demand” in the Borders town, with more than 350 applicants expressing a preference to live in the area. Meanwhile, an analysis by the association revealed that there is a need for diverse housing options in the town.
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The new 5.57 acre development, designed by architects at Aitken Turnbull, will provide a mix of two, timber and four bedroom homes and infrastructure such as roads, footpaths and a sustainable urban drainage system, while also providing access to “abundance. ” open green space.
Julia Mulloy, chief executive of SBHA, said: “We are delighted to be working on this project with Cruden Homes and Aitken Turnbull, who both have a strong track record of providing affordable housing in the Scottish Borders and beyond.
“We know the life-changing impact a home can have, and this development confirms our determination to further extend our role in providing quality, affordable housing in the Scottish Borders. In addition, the project will also seek to maximize local training and employment opportunities, underlining SBHA’s commitment to fostering economic growth and resilience within the region.”
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Fraser Lynes, managing director of Cruden Homes, said: “This exciting landmark development is a great example of Cruden’s strategic commitment to delivering land-led affordable housing projects for partner organisations, and we are delighted to continue to deliver new homes of quality in the Scottish Borders region. .
“At Cruden, we are also focused on creating a legacy that goes beyond providing the new homes and as such we will explore training, employment and other community benefits that we can bring to the area. ”
Ben Glennon, associate and project architect at Aitken Turnbull, said: “The essence of our design focuses on a new community green space, which will act as a focal point for the development and Howdenburn Drive. New informal pedestrian routes will be established to ensure connectivity to the neighbourhood, and we will work with the council to provide ecological and amenity improvements for the development which will benefit the whole Howdenburn area.”
