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Scotsman
29-04-2025
- Business
- Scotsman
Plans unveiled for almost 100 new family homes in ‘sought-after' Scottish town
'We are committed to delivering high-quality homes that will complement the existing surroundings and provide a fantastic place to live' Sign up to our Scotsman Money newsletter, covering all you need to know to help manage your money. Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Housebuilder Cala Homes has started work on a multi-million-pound development in one of Aberdeenshire's 'most sought-after locations'. The firm said it was building 95 new properties at Conglass, in Inverurie, following the success of a neighbouring project in 2021. The latest development is expected to support 190 local construction jobs, alongside a further 140 roles in the wider supply chain. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad It will offer a mix of homes to suit 'a variety of buyers', from first-time homeowners to growing families and downsizers, Cala noted. Once completed, the scheme will comprise a mix of four and five bedroom homes, alongside 24 new 'affordable' homes. Cala Homes is building 95 new properties at Conglass, Inverurie, following the success of a neighbouring project in 2021. Plans for the project were approved by councillors last year and the development will have almost 25,000 square metres of open space, which will account for some 40 per cent of the site. Conglass is one of six sites in the north-east of Scotland that the company will build out in 2025, supporting more than 1,000 jobs across the region. It has also started work on 383 homes across sites at Oldfold Village in Milltimber (92 homes), Craibstone (80 homes), Upper Lochton in Banchory (68 homes), and Grandhome (76 homes) and Silverburn (67 homes) in Bridge of Don. Ross Maclennan, land director at Cala Homes (North), said: 'We are thrilled to begin work on this exciting new development in Inverurie. This area has long been a desirable location due to its excellent transport links, strong community feel, and access to outstanding local amenities. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'At Cala Homes we are passionate about community and have engaged in consultations with local stakeholders throughout the planning process to ensure this development meets the aspirations and needs of local people. This collaborative approach has informed various aspects of the project, from architectural design to the enhancement of local infrastructure, aiming to create a development that complements and enhances the existing character of Inverurie. 'We are committed to delivering high-quality homes that will complement the existing surroundings and provide a fantastic place to live.'
Press and Journal
29-04-2025
- Business
- Press and Journal
New £28m Aberdeenshire housing development to support 190 local jobs
Aberdeen housebuilder Cala Homes says its new £28 million development in Inverurie will support 190 local construction jobs. 95 new properties are to built at Conglass, north of the town, near the A96. The scheme, which was approved by councillors last year, is expected to support 190 jobs, alongside a further 140 roles in the wider supply chain. The project will include 40 four-bedroom homes, 31 five-bedroom homes, and 24 'new affordable homes'. The Westhill-based developers have previously had plans for the site rejected over not meeting the local authority's minimum 40% quality open space policy. But with 25,000 sq m of open space it was approved by councillors last year. Ross Maclennan, Cala Homes (North) land director, said: 'We are thrilled to begin work on this exciting new development in Inverurie. 'This area has long been a desirable location due to its excellent transport links, strong community feel, and access to outstanding local amenities. 'At Cala Homes we are passionate about community and have engaged in consultations with local stakeholders throughout the planning process to ensure this development meets the aspirations and needs of local people. 'This collaborative approach has informed various aspects of the project, from architectural design to the enhancement of local infrastructure, aiming to create a development that complements and enhances the existing character of Inverurie.' Plans include the creation of pedestrian pathways, cycle routes, and landscaped communal areas. The first homes at the Inverurie development are expected to be released for sale later this year. Cala Homes previously sold out their 57-home development, The Grove, in Inverurie. Conglass is one of six north-east sites the company will build out this year, supporting more than 1,000 jobs across the region. A total of 303 homes will be built with 92 at Oldfold Village in Milltimber, 68 at Banchory's Upper Lochton, 76 at Grandhome and 67 at Silverburn in Bridge of Don. Ross added: 'We are pleased to be developing these vibrant communities and are looking to invest further in the region. 'We're on the lookout for exciting land opportunities to transform new sites into our exacting standards of high-quality homes. 'By proactively purchasing land in the north-east, we can continue to deliver thriving, sustainable new communities that highlight the very best in living that Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire can offer.' Cala was acquired by Patron Capital and Sixth Street Partners for £1.35 billion from Legal & General Group in September last year. The housebuilder employs more than 1,300 people across 10 offices and has around 75 live developments anytime. Its current Aberdeen projects include flagship sites at Craibstone, Grandhome and Milltimber. The business was founded in 1875 as the City of Aberdeen Land Association and was the first Scottish company listed on the London Stock Market. Today, its Scottish and English operations are run from offices in Edinburgh and Wooburn Green, Buckinghamshire. Financial services giant Legal & General acquired full control of the group in March 2018, raising its stake from 47.9% to 100% in a £315m deal.
