Cairnlee Senior Co-housing Aberdeen, which has been created to address the needs of an ageing co-worker population, wants to construct 20 new co-living apartments to be used by Camphill Schools Aberdeen senior staff members.

The proposed plans by Taylor Architecture would see Whithorn and Caranoc, two connected buildings on the Cairnlee Road site, demolished. The buildings had previously been used as residential accommodation for workers.

Camphill School is an independent charity based in Aberdeen that supports children and young people – many with additional support needs.

Cairnlee Senior Co-housing said that following a consultation process, the demand for housing attracted the need for twenty properties with common house features.

The application stated: “Cairnlee Senior Co-housing Aberdeen has been created to address the needs of an ageing co-worker population dedicated to service of Camphill Schools Aberdeen. Senior members of staff forever connected to the Camphill ethos wish to remain a part of the community into later years.

“The staff wish to maintain the independence of having their own flatted property but reap the benefits of sharing aspects of daily life, building on friendships, companionship and provide support for each other. The collaborative group of neighbours will create a social network that will maintain a strong sense of community.”