The new site in the centre of Helensburgh, Castle Wood Court, has a total value of just under £5 million. The Scottish Government, ACHA and Argyll and Bute Council all financially contributed to the build, which was carried out by local firm Callum Williamson Builders.

The new properties are a mixture of terraced houses and flats from 1 bedroom to 4 bedrooms in size.

Jackie Baillie, MSP for Dumbarton, officially opened Castle Wood Court.

Ms Baillie said: “I am delighted to see 32 new homes built in Helensburgh. There is a clear need for more housing in the area and the bonus is that these homes are suitable for individuals and families. I want to congratulate Argyll Community Housing Association for all their hard work in providing new homes for our local community.”

Alastair MacGregor, ACHA’s chief executive, said: “This is a proud day for the Association turning what was a derelict site in the centre of Helensburgh into 32 much-needed homes.”

A commemorative bench was also unveiled during the official opening of the development, in tribute to the late Danny Kelly. Danny, a former Argyll and Bute councillor, served for several years on ACHA’s board and local Helensburgh and Lomond area committee. He was a passionate advocate for affordable housing and visited the development to view progress before his passing in June of this year.