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26/06/2014

Work Starts On Pennywell Development

Work has commenced on one of Scotland's largest housing developments.

Located in the north of Edinburgh, a total of 719 high-quality homes will be constructed as part of the Muirhouse and Pennywell area master plan.

More than £42m has been set aside by Edinburgh Council for the ambitious scheme, which will provide significant private investment to the area. It will also provide 60 new jobs and apprenticeships, with 180 placement opportunities being made available.

The Pennywell development will be delivered by the local authority's 21st Century Homes programme and will lead to 356 homes becoming available for social and mid-market rent over the next six years, while site developer – Urban Union – will sell the remaining 363 homes privately.

The project will be delivered in four phases. Phase one will see 193 homes delivered, of which 108 will be for the Council. They will be constructed on the site of the former Craigroystone High School and are expected to be completed by the end of 2016.
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In addition to the new homes, an Arts Strategy for the regeneration is being developed, with Urban Union having appointed North Edinburgh Arts to take these plans forward. Other proposals for the area include a play area, park, a community garden and landscaping.

Commenting on the start of site works, Edinburgh Council's Housing Leader, Councillor Cammy Day, said: "Residents will be delighted to see the start of work on the initial part of this project, which will breathe new life into the north of the city.

"Quality housing and access to jobs are major steps in tackling poverty, and working in partnership with companies such as Urban Union, NHS Lothian and local community groups will help to improve the future health and wellbeing of locals, as well as attract people to the area.

"The creation of training and job opportunities as well as new high quality affordable homes and investment in the area will support the local community and the economy.

"This will help to meet the high demand for homes in Edinburgh and create a sustainable neighbourhood in partnership with the local community."

Janice Russell, Director of Urban Union, added: "We are now looking forward to moving on site and progressing with one of Scotland's largest and most significant homes-led regeneration projects.

"As well as homes, the Pennywell project is also set to deliver a huge range of benefits – including apprenticeships and construction jobs as well as an innovative artworks strategy which will all deliver wider opportunities for the local community."

(JP/MH)

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