The site to the west of Hopeman will include affordable housing and indications have been given by the developer that future plans may include a care home setting, which would be applied for separately.

Grampian Housing Association also had its application approved for 25 one and two storey homes and two-storey cottages in Lhanbryde, with a further eight units to be reserved for specialist support housing, including a staff block.

Proposals for this site, off Garmouth Road, also include a play park, pitch, footpaths and landscaping.

Councillor David Bremner, chair of the planning and regulatory services committee, said: “Developments like these are taking a holistic approach when introducing new communities to Moray. Including amenities for residents of all ages and provision for future generations is vital to ensuring a development is sustainable.

“The committee has recognised that when approving these particular developments and we look forward to seeing the communities flourish with their new residents.”