TULLOCH Developments Limited has secured the contract for core infrastructure works at the Knab redevelopment site in Lerwick.
The site of the former Anderson High School is to undergo a major redevelopment, with low-carbon housing, roads, and infrastructure set to be built, as well as the repurposing of some existing buildings.
Lerwick-based Tulloch will begin work early this summer with it expected to last 16 months. It will include initial bulk earthworks, the installation of new foul and surface water drainage, as well as new water mains and electrician distribution cabling.
The work will provide serviced development sites for the first phase of housing, and put the infrastructure and utilities in place for future development of the rest of the site. Further to this, it will also include the installation of drainage pipework along Twageos Road and lower Gressy Loan, as well as drainage improvements to the rear of the properties on the west side of Twageos Road.
Shaun Tulloch of Tulloch Developments said, “We’re really pleased to be involved with the Knab redevelopment project, and are looking forward to starting this important next phase of work. We will be working closely with the Council to minimise any noise and disruption as the work progresses, and will be available to residents to address any issues they may have.”
Councillor Dennis Leask, chair of the Shetland Islands Council development committee, added, “It’s really good news to see this contract awarded, and work is set to get underway which will eventually see the first serviced house sites in place. I’m looking forward to seeing work begin on the ground to provide much-needed housing for our community.”
