After securing outline planning for around 1,000 homes last year to create a sustainable new neighbourhood off Stobhill Road just outside of Newtongrange, the developers have now designed the first phase of 63 private homes which has been submitted to Midlothian Council for comment.

Ranging from two, three, four and five bedrooms, the homes are part of Springfield’s new collection of house styles, this is the first application to feature the new portfolio. Each of the high-quality homes has been designed to maximise energy efficiency, include an unrivalled level of choice and specification, such as back garden turf as standard and a selection of paint colours for each room, while suiting a range of lifestyles to ensure buyers find their ideal home.

Reflecting the local landscape, the proposals also include attractive open green spaces, nature trail paths, new woodland planting, local links and the retention of existing trees, whilst the wider masterplan features everything a community will need to thrive. Crawlees Road in particular will also benefit from upgrades as a result of the development, as the road will be widened and include the installation of footpaths to provide a safe pedestrian route to the Mayfield industrial estate.

Springfield managing director, Andy Curran, said: “We’re pleased to be celebrating this milestone in the Lingerwood development journey as we submit proposals for the first 63, energy efficient homes for people in Midlothian. This is especially the case as it’s the first application to feature our new house style range which will streamline our operations and offer the best choice for our customers.

“At Springfield, we are well versed in creating new sustainable communities and have already taken forward villages which prioritise green space, local facilities and supporting infrastructure in Dundee, Perth, Elgin and we’re at the early stages for a new village on the outskirts of Stirling.

“As with these villages, Lingerwood has been thoughtfully designed to create a well-connected community, embracing the 20-minute neighbourhood model which promotes local, sustainable living and ensures people can access local amenities, such as shops and play parks, easily.

“Lingerwood will see the creation of a thriving village that can sustain the needs of local people for years to come. It will be a best-in-class example of placemaking, and we are confident that it will complement nearby established residential areas that already have distinct identities.

“We have worked closely with Midlothian Council and local stakeholders on our plans and their feedback has been invaluable so far. We look forward to hearing the Council’s thoughts on these designs in the coming months.”