Cruden Homes will be holding a web-based, digital consultation for their proposals at Sydney Street, Craigshill, Livingston, EH54 5HH (the former St Columba’s Church site).

The developer has formally submitted a Proposal of Application Notice (PAN) to West Lothian Council, informing that it intends to submit a planning application for the development following a minimum 12-week consultation period.

Conversations are ongoing to partner with an affordable housing operator on the project. More details will be released online when available.

The Scottish Government has suspended in-person public consultation events due to COVID-19. Full details about the proposals will be made available to the public at 9 am on Thursday 4 February on the dedicated project website.

An online consultation will take place between 3pm and 7pm. Consultants will be available during those hours to answer any questions and receive feedback through a two-way chat system. Feedback can also be submitted via the website, and information will be made available in paper format if requested.

Any representations or suggestions for changes to the proposals shared during the online event will be included in a Pre-Application Consultation report to accompany future applications.

Cruden will work with West Lothian Council, community groups and stakeholders to ensure this project’s delivery.

Commenting on this, Rory Stephens from Cruden, said: “We’re delighted to be giving the public the chance to have a say on our development proposals at Sydney Street.

“These proposals will offer affordable housing in a key area. We are working with an affordable housing provider to develop the site, and we’re looking forward to sharing details with the community on the day of the event.

“We are consulting extensively to ensure that that the public have an opportunity to input their views and shape our proposals. We encourage the community to attend and ask any questions they may have.”