Work begins on new affordable homes at Springbank

The Springbank project will contribute to addressing severe housing pressures on the island, particularly for local families and key workers.

High-quality, energy-efficient and affordable homes are part of Trust’s ongoing new build programme in both urban and rural communities in Scotland.

Sringbank’s position near Brodick’s village centre, local amenities and transport links, including the main ferry terminal, offers a sustainable and accessible location with strong links to local services and onward travel.

Once complete, the development will provide a mix of two and three-bedroom houses, alongside two accessible two-bedroom bungalows.

Delivering the new affordable homes at Springbank supports the wider objectives of the Arran Housing Taskforce (AHT), a multi-agency strategic partnership established to address the unique housing challenges facing the island.

AHT has highlighted the importance of increasing the supply of well-designed, affordable homes to help sustain Arran’s year-round population, support local employment, and enable younger and working-age households to remain on the island.

Ian Davie, director of development and sustainability at Trust Housing Association, said: “As Arran’s largest social landlord, we are delighted to be working in partnership with the Scottish Government, North Ayrshire Council and the JR Group to deliver these 26 new affordable homes in Brodick, playing our part in supporting the long-term social and economic sustainability of the island.

“This is our first new build project with the JR Group and we look forward to developing a long-term relationship that has the potential to deliver more affordable homes across the country that continue to meet local housing need.”