Masterplan to transform Gowkthrapple formally agreed by councillors

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Exciting regeneration plans for Gowkthrapple took another step forward this week as a masterplan outlining significant re-development of the area was approved.The proposal, which could see the development of around 300 new homes over four phases, is guided by a masterplan to regenerate the community by building new homes, retail, additional open space and play facilities.An improved transport infrastructure is also part of the masterplan, with hopes of creating a new, attractive and well-connected neighbourhood.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android Around 100 of the homes to built as part of phase one, would be new build council homes for rent and would take the council towards its ambitious target of delivering ,000 new homes by 2035.These proposed new council homes would replace the ageing flats within the area earmarked for demolition as part of North Lanarkshire Council's (NLC) re-provisioning programme and see modern homes built for the varying needs of the local community.NLC housing and regeneration committee convenor, Councillor Heather Brannan-McVey, said the provision of new, modern, energy efficient homes for Gowkthrapple was "just one aspect" of the masterplan.

He told Lanarkshire Live : “I’m delighted that planning, in principle, has been recommended for this site and we will continue to