Plans for hundreds of new homes in Barrhead submitted

It comes after Cala Homes (West) submitted plans to create a residential-led development on land adjacent to Balgraystone Road and Springfield Road in the town.

The application is looking to build 346 new homes to help address the "demand for high-quality and sustainable properties" in the region.

The site was originally allocated for residential development as part of the Barrhead South Strategic Development Opportunity in the adopted East Renfrewshire Local Development Plan.

If successful, the plans would deliver a broad mix of housing types including terraced, semi-detached and detached homes.

On top of that, plans also include provision for a neighbourhood retail facility.

Previously, the developer submitted a proposal of application notice to the local authority in July and undertook a thorough community consultation exercise.

Gillian Hessett, Land Manager at Cala Homes (West), said: “Barrhead has benefitted from a range of successful regeneration initiatives in recent years so we are excited to present our proposals for the final part of the Strategic Development Area.  

"The delivery of the Aurs Road Project and the new Balgray station, funded by City Deal, add to the attractiveness of the location in addition to the fantastic array of new homes, green space and landscaping.   

“We have a longstanding commitment to creating sustainable developments that directly serve the needs of communities.

"If approved, the development will bring local benefit and we are confident that East Renfrewshire Council will share our vision.” 

The application is expected to be determined in early 2024.