More new homes get green light
New council homes have been given the go-ahead at Ravenscraig.
The site on Ravenscliff Road will see 24 new properties – with the location presented to the council’s Housing and Regeneration Committee for approval once its viability has been assessed.
The work will form part of the council’s ambitious programme to build 5,000 new local authority homes by 2035.
Motherwell South East and Ravenscraig councillor Kenneth Duffy said:“These plans for vital new council homes are very welcome.
“I will always support anything that contributes to the regeneration of Ravenscraig and the wider area, and that regeneration must allow everyone to benefit.
“This project could provide first-class homes for my constituents and I’m looking forward to seeing the proposals in more detail as they progress.
“I’m looking forward to further exciting plans coming to fruition for the area over the coming weeks and months.”
The council has approved additional projects to deliver more new, affordable homes across North Lanarkshire for residents and these have been included in the next Strategic Housing Investment Plan (SHIP) 2021/22 – 2025/26 which is being submitted to the Scottish Government.
The SHIP plan aims to deliver almost 3,000 new affordable homes over the next five years, regenerating and investing in communities and town centres, bringing benefits to the local economy including new jobs.
Convener of the Housing and Regeneration Committee, Councillor Heather BrannanMcVey, said:“We prepare our five-year SHIP plan and submit this to the Scottish Government each year. It details ambitious and exciting plans for delivering new homes across North Lanarkshire.
“By providing a mix of quality housing we’re supporting a wide range of people and helping to reduce inequalities by delivering housing that is energy efficient, affordable and suited for varying needs.
“Over 700 new priorities and homes have been approved and added to our plan. We’re committed to supporting our residents, communities, town centres and local economy and strive to make North Lanarkshire the place to live.”