CAPSTONE Construction has completed the build of a Highland Council housing development in Dingwall.
The development consists of 20 one and two-bed flats for Highland Council rent, with some of the one bed flats designed to convert into two beds should the occupying tenant’s needs change over time.
Designed by Reynolds Architecture, the build was funded by the local authority with a grant of £1,754,299 towards the cost from the Scottish Government’s more homes division.
The site consists of former commercial premises which has been a branch of Travis Perkins, and a car wash amongst other uses over the years, falling empty until the council acquired it for redevelopment.
The local authority said the appointment of a Highland contractor in Capstone Construction helps to support the local supply chain and workforce, whilst its contract award criteria encourages the appointment of local apprentices to its schemes.
Housing and property committee chair at the Highland Council, councillor Glynis Campbell Sinclair, said, “The Station Road, Dingwall development is a prime example of making positive change within communities. Twenty new homes for social rent will make a significant difference in an area much in need of affordable properties of this type of tenure.
“Suitable land for development can be finite, to be able to repurpose a derelict site in a prime location to offer additional housing options for people to live and work in the area is a fantastic achievement.
“Social housing and affordable housing is a key priority in the council’s programme and efforts to increase the supply continues as part of the local housing strategy 2023-2028.”
