The provision of affordable housing has been boosted in Fife with the introduction of 27 new homes.

A former primary school in Burntisland was redeveloped to make way for the homes as part of Fife Council's ambitious Affordable Housing Programme.

They consist of a mix of housing types, including six for Mid-Market Rent and three for specific needs.

Tenants, who are moving into their new Burntisland homes, were visited by Councillor Judy Hamilton, Convener of Fife Council's Community and Housing Services Committee.


She said: "It's fantastic to see tenants moving in and enjoying their new homes. I'm very proud of the standard and quality of the houses built by Fife Council's Building Services. This project has brought an old building back into practical use, and retains its presence in the community where it belongs. Fife Council is absolutely committed to meeting the housing needs of communities in Fife and proud to be delivering warmer, drier, healthier homes. 

"The project is part of the much needed high quality council housing for people across Fife and our Affordable Housing programme is one of the biggest in Scotland. In addition to providing more housing, the programme is also about creating jobs and apprenticeships, supporting the Fife economy and the construction industry."

The Burntisland development forms part of the Council's commitment to deliver 3,500 new affordable homes by 2022.

(CM/JG)