New affordable homes to transform derelict site in Ayr

A prominent gap site on the outskirts of Ayr is to be transformed with a new development of affordable homes.South Ayrshire Council has approved plans to build 27 properties on the site of the former Whitletts Primary.The £3.9 million plans will see a mix of 27 homes built, including 1-5 bedroom properties ranging from cottage flats through to townhouses facing onto Main Road. The development will be paid for by the Scottish Government’s Housing Subsidy programme, South Ayrshire Council, and with income generated from Council Tax levied on second homes.To allow the project to proceed a block of four council flats on James Brown Avenue will be demolished to allow for access to the site without impacting on Main Road during construction. The three affected tenants will be rehoused on a temporary basis, and given the opportunity to return to the new development once it has been completed.The council has pledged to work closely with the community during the construction phase to help minimise any disruption.The project is scheduled to be complete by September 2019.Residents looking to find out more about the project can visit an open day on Wednesday 30 August between 2 and 7pm at the Domain Youth Centre, Glenmuir Place, Ayr, KA8 9RP.