Queensferry Residential Development planned near Edinburgh

Following the completion of the Queensferry Crossing near Edinburgh, the property development company CALA Homes is planning to submit a planning application for the creation of approximately 180 homes along the Northern side of the Borrowstounness Road.

Going into more detail, CALA Homes plan for one quarter of these homes, at what might be referred to as the Queensferry Residential Development, to be classed as affordable homes as a component of the wider Edinburgh Local Development Plan allocation HSG1, with plans for the development also likely including designated open spaces and footpaths to the countryside and nearby Springfield.

CALA Homes are expecting to submit their full planning application in the Spring of 2020 and have also hosted a public exhibition of their plans at the nearby Echline Primary School.

The Strategic Land Director at CALA Homes, Derek Lawson stated: “This is an opportunity for local residents to consider the proposals in advance of the planning application being lodged.

“We welcome members of the public and interested parties to visit the exhibition and learn more about our proposals. CALA staff and technical experts will be in attendance to explain the proposals and offer an opportunity to comment and ask questions.

“We are looking for feedback on the designs, we are very willing to make changes thereafter.”

The Chair of Queensferry and District Community Council, Keith Giblett added: “The development of the Springfield site has been a long-held proposal, but also comes at a time when the community will also be faced with proposals of Builyeon Road later this year.

“The development will bring challenges to the wider community. Whilst we recognise that the Council has plans in place for the infrastructure impact, we welcome the views of the community and encourage members of the public to attend and view the detailed designs for Springfield.”

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