Green light for first phase of 450 new homes in Montrose

Sunnyside Estates Ltd has secured planning permission for the initial phase a development in Montrose which will provide the region with up to 450 new homes when complete.This first phase of the Sunnyside Park project will see the construction of 142 units including 99 new build properties and the conversion of the Historic Environment Scotland listed hospital building to form 34 dwellings with community space.The former water tower will also be converted to form a further nine units.The development represents a huge commitment and investment into the local area by Sunnyside Estates Ltd and plans are already in place to break ground in the coming months.The company, which is the development arm of Pert Bruce Construction, said Hillcrest Housing Association is likely to take on the development of 35 affordable homes.