TAYLOR Wimpey East Scotland has reached an agreement with Wheatley Group to build 29 new affordable homes in Bathgate.
The end terrace and semi-detached properties will be for social rent and will form part of the Sibbalds Wynd development off Sibbalds Brae in the town.
Work on the first foundations is expected to start in March next year. Taylor Wimpey said it has designed and created an affordable housing range that will allow Wheatley to take ownership of turnkey homes which are ready to move into from the day keys are exchanged.
Phil Cooper, land and planning director at Taylor Wimpey East Scotland, said, “Securing this deal to provide 29 affordable homes for social rent in Bathgate marks a key milestone on the journey towards creating a diverse community within our wider development at Sibbalds Wynd in Bathgate.
“We have a proven track record in working with Registered Social Landlords across our operating area, and following our successful collaboration on a range of affordable homes for Wheatley Group in Roslin, this latest agreement sees us build on that relationship. We look forward to confirming our next steps shortly.”
Alastair Murray, chair of Wheatley Homes East, added, “We’re all about creating ‘Better Homes, Better Lives’ for people in our communities. We’re proud to be working with our partners, including Taylor Wimpey East Scotland, West Lothian Council and Scottish Government to build homes and neighbourhoods where people will be proud to call home.
“I’m looking forward to seeing these modern, spacious, energy-efficient homes take shape. They will be a great addition to Bathgate.”
