Hundreds of new homes could be built in Robroyston after plans were submitted by developers.

Taylor Wimpey have announced proposals to build 350 new homes on land at Cortmalaw Road.

It comes following two public consultation events last year.

Developers say 120 direct and indirect jobs will be created during the construction, as well as the attraction of new customers to local businesses spending around £5.2million annually and around £2.0million.

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The application includes proposals for around 350 new homes with a mix of styles and tenures, with public open space, potential community space and footpath links together with the associated infrastructure required for a development of this scale.

Part of the site outlined for the proposed development is identified in the adopted Local Development Plan for residential development.

Lesley McVeigh, Strategic Land and Planning Manager for Taylor Wimpey West Scotland comments: “Along with our development partners Caledonian Properties Ltd, we are delighted to confirm that we have made our application for Planning Permission in Principal for the development of land off Cortmalaw Road in Robroyston.

“We feel that our proposal reflects a strong community focus for Robroyston and it will integrate with the established local community.

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“As well as an impressive range of new homes, our development would provide a range of economic benefits for the local Robroyston area which includes the equivalent of 120 direct and indirect jobs per year of construction, as well as the attraction of new customers to local businesses spending around £5.2million annually and around £2.0million on making their new home feel like a home.

“We believe this development would be a great addition to the local area. It also complements our other developments across the region.”