Sheltered housing gets upgraded

Residents of a sheltered housing complex in Perth are celebrating the end of a £635,000 refurbishment programme.

Carpenter Court now boasts a glazed sun-room and a redesigned central courtyard with exterior lighting, raised planters and seating areas.

There is also an assisted bathing facility, and the walls and flooring in the communal corridors have been updated.

Perth and Kinross Council’s housing and communities convener Peter Barrett said the improvements had made the complex brighter, safer and more comfortable.

He said: “I’d like to thank all the tenants for their patience while the work was carried out, but as everyone can see it was worth waiting for.

“I’m delighted that the council was able to make this significant investment to enhance the lives of all the people who live at Carpenter Court, and for future tenants.”

He also praised the schoolchildren who helped plant a new garden.

“There has been some great work between residents and Perth High School pupils planting out the raised beds in the fantastic new garden area,” he said.

“All the residents told me what a difference there was and how much more welcoming the new lounge and conservatory are. Even the hallways are much brighter which makes a big difference.”