PLANS to build 49 new affordable homes at Coatfield Lane in Leith have been approved.
The new homes will be delivered on behalf of the City of Edinburgh Council by CCG (Scotland) Ltd in collaboration with Collective Architecture.
The development, designed to meet a range of housing needs, will include a mix of one to four-bedroom flats and family houses and will be located in the heart of the Leith conservation area, close to the historic Kirkgate.
Councillor Tim Pogson, the City of Edinburgh Council’s housing, homelessness, and fair work convener, said, “This approval is a vital step in tackling the housing emergency facing our city. Unfortunately too many people are struggling to find a safe, secure and affordable place to call home and developments like this are a key part of the solution.
“The 49 new homes will not only provide much-needed accommodation for residents, but they do so in a way that is sustainable, inclusive, and community-focused. And, as we build these new homes, we’ll create well designed places that respect the historic character of the area while delivering modern high-quality homes.”
CCG MD David Wylie added, “We are delighted that plans for 49 affordable homes at Coatfield Lane have now been approved. Our team has worked collaboratively with the design partners to develop the proposals and realise the council’s aspirations to deliver what will be a transformative development for the Leith community, and we look forward to commencing construction later this year.”
Collective Architecture commented, “We’re delighted that the scheme has received planning approval. The new homes are sensitively integrated into the historic Kirkgate setting, sitting comfortably within the existing urban grain and immediately adjacent to the category A-Listed Linksview House. Our proposals enhance the surrounding public realm and prioritise high quality architectural and urban design, incorporating social and environmental needs. This approach ensures meaningful benefits for both new residents and the existing community in Leith.”
