January 16 2020

A former hotel in Kinross is to be demolished to allow a retirement living scheme to be built following approval from Perth & Kinross Council.

Windlestrae Hotel has been taken on by Juniper Residential to build a mix of 41 houses and flats, each embodying a vernacular design by Young & Gault Architects of slate effect pitched roofs, buff brick and white render.

A spokesperson for Juniper Residential said: “It is now well documented there is an increasingly ageing population, but there is a distinct shortage of purpose-built homes to meet the specific needs of this demographic.

“Our development will enable older people to maintain independence in the local community, whilst retaining home ownership in a safe and secure environment. The houses and flats are thoughtfully designed and specified exclusively for the location and will include a number of features, such as a community lounge and a guest suite for visiting family and friends.”

The town centre site will provide access to a range of local amenities for residents.

5 Comments

#1 Posted by Auntie Nairn on 20 Jan 2020 at 13:15 PM

No mention of the controversial planning decision, UR?

#2 Posted by UR on 20 Jan 2020 at 14:39 PM

I'm not aware of any specific controversies? I know the community council objected on over development grounds.

#3 Posted by Fiona Wells on 26 Mar 2020 at 10:15 AM

Very interested. Can you give me some idea of completion dates and estimates of prices.

#4 Posted by Gordon Elliott on 15 Jul 2020 at 09:09 AM

Could you give me some details of when this retirement project will be completed, and also some prices of the properties. Thanks.

#5 Posted by John Glenday on 15 Jul 2020 at 11:04 AM

Demolition of the hotel has still to take place so completion will be at least a year off. Cruden Homes will be marketing the properties nearer the time.

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