New social housing completed in Easter Ross village
The local authority said the project was a "milestone achievement" in efforts to tackle a shortage of affordable homes in the region.
Funded in part by a Scottish government grant, the development is a mix of two, three and four-bedroom homes.
Contractor Compass Construction has now built 1,000 new homes for the council.
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Housing and property committee chairwoman Glynis Campbell-Sinclair said: "Highland Council will continue to work collaboratively alongside partners to build a portfolio of housing stock."
"New housing can have a transformational impact for people and place, and I wish all the tenant every happiness in their new homes."
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