Published on:
08
November 2001
The Dorran houses in Dollar are set to get a new lease of life thanks to a two year, £400,000 repair package.
The Council's Housing, Health and Social Services Committee approved the proposal to repair the Dorran Housing at last night's meeting.
There are currently 24 Council owned Dorran properties in Dollar. This type of house was developed in the 1940s during the war when there was a shortage of skilled labour to build traditional houses. The Dorran houses were built using precast reinforced concrete panels and tend to have a limited lifespan.
Councillor Charlie Forbes, Convener of the Housing, Health and Social Services Committee said: "The lifespan of the Dorran houses will now be extended by 30 years as a direct result of a two year repairs programme. I'm sure the tenants and the people of Dollar will be delighted by the news that these houses will receive a major investment instead of demolition."
The condition of the Dorran houses came to light during the Stock Condition Survey carried out in 2000 to inform future housing priorities and investment needs. The £400,000 expenditure represents a massive investment for the 1950s houses and will be spread out over two year programme - with first phase work getting underway next year.
"This is not a cheap option," added Councillor Forbes. "This investment demonstrates that this Council has faced up to its responsibilities and has taken on board tenants comments and concerns. There was overwhelming support from the tenants and the local community to maintain the Dorran houses and this investment shows that we have listened to what they had to say."
A bid was submitted to the Scottish Executive earlier this year seeking funding support for tackling the repair issues associated with the Dorran properties. It is hoped the bid will be dealt with favourably which would allow the council to cope better with the impacts of this abnormal repair expenditure.