The biggest issue raised with me locally is the potential for thousands of new homes in Queensferry. I know there is real concern over the lack of infrastructure available to support these new homes.
That is why I wanted to write and let you know that Taylor Wimpey has now lodged its planning application for another 339 new homes on the South Scotstoun fields near to the Ferrymuir roundabout. The deadline for objecting is 31 January.
Taylor Wimpey’s plans include a mix of apartments as well as 2-5 bedroom homes. There are moderately sized green spaces and they have also retained the two road access points, one from the B800 and one from Provost Milne Grove.
This development comes on top of separate plans before the Council for another 800 homes at Echline just south of Builyeon Road.
Your local MSP, Alex Cole-Hamilton have been deeply concerned about a fundamental lack of support infrastructure. We are worried about the impact on the already overstretched GP practice as well as traffic at the Ferrymuir roundabout. We also need improved public transport including a new direct bus link to the city centre and improvements to Dalmeny train station. However, there are no firm commitments for such improvements.
As with all planning applications, it will have to be considered and voted on by the Council’s planning application.
Alex and I will be working on our own submission to the Council and are happy to help others who wish to raise concerns or objections.
Objections to this application have to be made by 31 January. The Council has some useful guidance for making an objection.
You can make an objection using the online portal.
You can also email the case officer, Kenneth Bowes (Kenneth.bowes@edinburgh.gov.uk) or write to
Kenneth Bowes Case Officer, Planning Department, City of Edinburgh Council, Waverley Court, 4 East Market Street, EDINBURGH, EH8 8BG
In all objections, please make sure to quote the reference number 16/06280/FUL