Phase 1, which is on the site of the former Caplaw Tower, sees 97 new council homes for rent delivered, including an amenity house for local people to meet in and a new children’s play park.

North Lanarkshire Council’s latest development provides a range of housing to suit all needs and includes two and three-bedroom homes; one and two-bedroom cottage flats; various wheelchair houses including four-bedroom homes, two-bedroom cottage flats and two and three-bedroom bungalows, together with amenity housing which will adapt to future tenants’ requirements.

All the new homes are built to the highest design standards and boast a range of features including being Housing for Varying Needs, meaning they adapt to suit future needs and are Secure by Design, improving safety and security. The council is also building highly energy efficient homes including features such as solar panels and vehicle charging points

Housing convener, Councillor Michael McPake, together with local councillor Fiona Fotheringham, attended the completion event and met with tenant Mrs Cathcart. Also attending were representatives from North Lanarkshire Council, Hub South West Scotland, Turner & Townsend and CCG.

He said: “Today’s event marks a significant milestone in Gowkthrapple’s regeneration masterplan and the completion of the first phase of new housing for the area.

“As part of the ambitious regeneration plans for Gowkthrapple, the council is progressing future phases of the masterplan starting with the demolition of the older flats and Allershaw tower. The intention is to replace these with modern homes, improved open space and infrastructure to fulfil the placemaking objectives of the overall masterplan for the area to create an attractive and well connected neighbourhood.

“We continue to drive forward our new house building programme, delivering more new, affordable and energy efficient homes for our residents. Our new homes are changing lives and transforming local communities as well as delivering jobs, community benefits and boosting the economy. We’re committed to fulfilling our ambition to make North Lanarkshire the place to live.”

These new homes form part of the council’s ambitious new supply programme, which was recently expanded to deliver 6,000 new homes by 2035 across North Lanarkshire.

The Castlehill Road development is being delivered by Hub South West Scotland who appointed CCG as the developer.

Michael Ross, CEO of Hub South West, added: “We are thrilled to be part of the Castle Hill Housing development with North Lanarkshire Council and CCG. This project is about more than just building homes; it’s about creating a vibrant community where residents can connect and thrive.

“The new amenity house is a wonderful example of how we can provide spaces that enhance the quality of life for everyone. Additionally, the project has significantly boosted the local economy by circulating spend within the community, supporting local businesses and creating job opportunities. We believe this development will have a lasting positive impact on the local community, fostering a sense of belonging and pride.”

This development cost approximately £21 million with Scottish Government grant funding of £7.9m.