Former Shettleston primary school site to be transformed

Shettleston Housing Association has secured detailed planning consent to transform the site of the former St Mark’s primary school into a new, family-focused development.Following competitive tender, Paisley-based construction firm The JR Group has been appointed by the Association as design and build contractor to deliver this exciting new project on the edge of Tollcross Park.The former school closed in 2004 and has lain derelict after being subject to a fire in 2012. The site was purchased by the Association in 2018 and the new design and build contract with The JR Group is set to breathe new life into the area with the construction of 44 social rented homes, featuring a mix of 19 flats, 17 houses and 8 cottage flats.Construction of the energy efficient homes is due to commence this summer, with properties designed to achieve Glasgow City Council’s Gold Hybrid standard. Funding for the project has been secured through Glasgow City Council’s Affordable Housing Supply Programme and from the Association’s own loan finance via Royal Bank of Scotland.The Association and The JR Group are working closely with a range of partners, including architect Anderson Bell & Christie, to finalise the detailed proposals for this exciting project.The Association is thrilled to be progressing the St Mark’s site following a difficult year for new build construction.Andrew Dallas, project director for The JR Group, said he’s delighted to be working with the Association to bring forward plans to deliver new, social housing in Shettleston.