TWO housing associations are joining forces to build 106 new affordable homes in Easterhouse.

GHA and Provanhall Housing Association are constructing the new, energy-efficient houses and flats at Auchinlea Road.

The £14million development, made up of 80 homes for GHA and 26 for Provanhall, should be ready by next autumn.

Councillor Kenny McLean, Glasgow City Council convener for neighbourhoods, housing and public realm, said: “It’s great to see work progressing on these homes. We are delighted to work with our partners GHA and Provanhall Housing Association on this development.

“The council has provided over £2m in funding for this development, another investment in high-quality affordable housing in Glasgow.”

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The GHA homes will include an amenity block of 21 flats, designed to help older tenants live more independent lives.

Cathy McGrath, GHA Board member, said: “It’s exciting to see these modern, spacious, energy-efficient homes take shape.

“We’re delighted to be working with our partners at Provanhall on new homes which will help breathe new life into Easterhouse.”

Liz McEwan, chairperson of Provanhall Housing Association added: ‘’We are delighted to be celebrating work on this new development, in a year that marks our 25th anniversary as a developing organisation.

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“We’ve had a huge demand for the 26 homes, which shows that Provanhall continues to be a popular community where people want to live and raise their families.

“By allocating many of these homes to meet existing tenants housing need, we will be able to accommodate the needs of many more households from our waiting list, ensuring best use of our housing stock."

The Auchinlea Road development includes £6m funding from the Scottish Government and £2m from Glasgow City Council.

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