Glasgow approves 401 new homes on cleared Wyndford estate

Summarised from 3 outlets · Updated 20 Oct, 15:32 · Archive

Glasgow City Council has approved plans for 401 new homes on the Wyndford estate in Maryhill, built on the site of demolished high-rise blocks.

Glasgow City Council's planning committee has approved plans for 401 new homes on the Wyndford estate in Maryhill. The development by Wheatley Homes, Scotland's largest social landlord, will comprise 343 units for social rent and 58 for mid-market rent, providing 100% affordable housing.

The scheme follows the controversial demolition of four high-rise blocks last year. Campaigners fighting to save the buildings argued they should be redeveloped, but Wheatley said the flats were not fit for purpose. Council planners recommended approval, stating the development would 'significantly increase the range and size of accommodation available'.

Cllr Ken Andrew, the SNP planning committee chairman, said he was 'delighted' with the decision. He noted it would bring 'potentially 800 odd rooms during a housing crisis'. Eight objections were received, including from Central Maryhill Community Council, which opposed the net loss of homes and raised concerns about strain on local schools and GP surgeries.

How it is being reported

• Glasgow site set for dramatic makeover as £100m regeneration plan wins approval£100m Wyndford regeneration in north Glasgow approved: Wheatley will build 401 energy-efficient homes, community facilities and green spaces from spring 2027.Glasgow Times · 20 Oct, 14:59
• Plans for over 400 homes on Glasgow estate approvedHundreds of new homes will be built in Maryhill after plans to regenerate the Wyndford estate were approved.The Herald · 20 Oct, 14:49
• Glasgow Wyndford estate regeneration bid approved as 400 homes plannedNew homes will be built on the site of four high-rise blocks, which were controversially demolished last year.Glasgow Live · 20 Oct, 14:38

In this story: Wheatley Homes · Glasgow City Council · Maryhill · Glasgow

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