CRUDEN has completed the build of 19 new accessible homes in Coatbridge on behalf of North Lanarkshire Council.
The properties at Berwick Street comes as part of the local authority’s new supply programme which aims to deliver 5,000 new homes by 2035.
New tenant, Amanda O’Neil, is delighted with her new home and as it’s a wheelchair standard property it’s perfect for her family’s needs. She said, “My son uses a wheelchair and this new house has really improved his overall quality of life. Having an adapted wet room for showering, level access throughout the home and a flat garden that he can access makes such a difference.”
All of the new homes are designed to housing for varying needs standards, meaning they are adaptable to suit different tenants’ needs and are secured by design accredited. The local authority is also embracing renewable technologies and building greener.
Councillor Michael McPake, housing convener at North Lanarkshire Council, said, “I’m delighted to see another successful housing development complete. Our housing investment is transforming communities and town centres, providing jobs and boosting the local economy. We’ve delivered 1,351 new homes for tenants and construction is underway on 9 sites across the North Lanarkshire area.
“To hear first-hand from our tenants about the benefits our housing is delivering to their everyday lives is really pleasing. From helping tackle fuel poverty with our energy efficiency measures to making our homes more accessible and able to adapt to suit tenants and their families, we are building homes for the future. We are committed to rolling out our ambitious housing plans to benefit more people across the area and to make North Lanarkshire the place to live.”
Steven Simpson, MD of Cruden Group, added, “These new homes add to our growing portfolio of new affordable and private housing developments across Central Scotland. We have a strong track record working with North Lanarkshire Council and are proud to deliver this transformative development and to help the council achieve their ambition of 5,000 new homes by 2035.
“It is fantastic to hear from tenants about the huge difference that these quality, energy-efficient and accessible homes have already made to their lives. The many renewable technology features will also ensure these homes are future-proofed for generations to come.”
