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Councillors to decide on Rattray housing plan

An artist’s impression of the housing development on Glenalmond Road.
An artist’s impression of the housing development on Glenalmond Road.

The company behind a controversial housing development in Rattray, believes it has addressed councillors’ concerns about the proposal.

An application by Springfield Properties to build 217 homes on Glenalmond Road was withdrawn by the company from the July meeting of the council’s development management committee to allow more time for the house builder to work with council officials on questions raised.

A revised plan will go before councillors on Wednesday August 30 and Springfield Properties land manager, David Jewell, said each point has been considered and proposals amended accordingly.

“We have taken this opportunity to work with council officials to consider the councillors’ feedback,” he said.

“We believe we have successfully addressed each point and hope that councillors will support our application at the meeting.

“Regarding possible impact on the neighbouring caravan park, we have amended drawings to include a landscaped bund along the boundary with the park. The height of the bund is likely to be a condition of any consent.

“On the question of density, we are proposing eight homes per acre on this development, compared to 13 per acre on the surrounding housing area, and 10 per acre on more recent developments.”

Despite questions on the impact the development might have on the Hatton Road/High Street junction, an official council report says there is no cause for concern.

Springfield Properties has however revised the proposal with the addition of 75 visitor parking spaces bringing the total to 493, which exceeds council requirements. The flooding and drainage design details deal with any question of flooding on site, or in the surrounding area, as a result of the development.

“This development will make a valuable contribution to Rattray bringing homes, jobs and economic growth,” said Mr Jewell. “The 217 new homes include 60 much needed affordable homes and all the homes benefit from modern design standards.

“Building the homes will provide direct employment for 45 to 50 people on site and support the employment of others.

“We hope to have a site start before the end of the year.”

The recommendation from council officials is to approve the plan.