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23/07/2015

Significant Progress Being Made On Moray Housing Development

The development of new council housing has risen 'rapidly' in Dufftown since work started in March, according to Moray Council.

Roof's are already installed on the 19 energy efficient homes, which are due to be completed by the end of the year.

Moray councillors have visited the site to review progress and were given a tour by development staff.

Eight of the properties are cottage flats, specially designed for older people.

The brownfield site was previously home to a cooperage and an auction mart.

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It was purchased by the council earlier this year to help meet demand for low-cost housing in Speyside.

All the properties feature low-cost heating and energy systems, helping to reduce fuel poverty issues for tenants.

Now that the houses are 'weather-tight', the next phase of work includes installing kitchens, bathrooms and heating systems.

The £2.5 million contract was awarded to Robertson Construction.

Councillor Fiona Murdoch said: "Having these homes in the heart of the town will add to its vitality," she said.

"Too many of our people have to move away because they can't afford private sector houses, so this level of investment in our rural communities will make staying here affordable for many.

"I'm particularly pleased to see the high level of insulation and efficient heating systems being installed."

The properties are part of a council commitment to building 500 new homes across Moray over the next ten years.

(LM)

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