INVERCLYDE Council planners are being asked to approve a large housing development at the northern edge of Kilmacolm.

An application for planning permission in principle for private and affordable homes at Planetreeyetts has been submitted by Taylor Wimpey West Scotland which says the site has capacity for around 100 properties. The land is within the green belt and is bounded to the east by Finlaystone Road and to the south by Quarry Road.

A statement submitted with the proposal describes the area involved as being "of low agricultural value". It is currently used for stabling and grazing horses and has no public access.

The developer says there would be a "generous amount of green space" with opportunities for play, walking and running, as well as visual amenity.

How the development might look

Lesley McVeigh, strategic land and planning manager for Taylor Wimpey West Scotland, said: “We are delighted to be submitting this planning application, which followed extensive community engagement, and aims to deliver a vibrant and sustainable residential development.

“We are aware, from the consultation undertaken, that there is a clear demand for new homes in Kilmacolm, especially for those looking to downsize and first-time buyers. There are many from Kilmacolm who want to stay in the village but are not currently able to do so because of a shortage of appropriate housing. We have worked hard to address their needs and also provided 25 per cent affordable housing."

How the development might look

She added: “Within our business we seek to do much more than build homes; we strive to make a positive contribution to both local communities and the local area.”

The application is awaiting consideration by council officials.