A GLASGOW community has secured a £15million housing boost with the creation of 82 new rented homes.

The work will also see the renovation of a landmark 19th century former B-listed primary school in Govan which is being turned into new offices for developers Elderpark Housing Association

Building work has started on the South Side properties, which will include 70 flats and 12 houses.

Housing chiefs, hailed the project “great news for the Govan community”, and expect the properties to be completed in summer 2020.

Gary Dalziel, chief executive of the association, said: “The development will look fantastic and much credit must go to Mast Architects and their design team for their work in developing these designs.

“The improvement to the visual appearance of this area cannot be underestimated and it will undoubtedly be welcomed by the local community.

“We readily acknowledge the involvement of the Scottish Government and Glasgow City Council, who share our vision of creating vibrant communities supported by good housing.”

The Nethan Street development is a short walk from Govan Shopping Centre and subway station.

Once renovated, the nearby former Hills Trust Primary School will become the new offices for the housing association.

The school, vacant for several years, was named after Govan-born merchant Abraham Hill who left a sum of money to purchase the land in the 1870s.

Contactor, CCG (Scotland), has won support for the project from the Central Govan Action Plan which is involved in the regeneration of the area.

Funding has also been received from Glasgow City Council and the Scottish Government.

Alastair Wylie, chairman and chief executive of CCG, said: “The new homes will be constructed using our innovative ‘off-site’ methods of construction to ensure quality and environmental performance, delivering long-term energy savings for future residents and with our extensive experience in restoration, the new office will be restored to its former glory.

“Working with Elderpark, CCG will also deliver a series of community benefit initiatives including jobs and training and local investment. We look forward to working with Elderpark as the project progresses.”