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Balmacara

Overlooking Loch Alsh near Kyle of Lochalsh on land previously owned by the Kinlochshiel Shinty Club, Grant Road is now a welcome addition to the community of Reraig, Balmacara.

This community-led project was a partnership with Kinlochshiel Shinty Club, who had the vision that affordable homes for local people (and upcoming shinty players) would be a perfect fit with their goal of providing a state of the art shinty pitch.

As well as a new shinty pitch, we provided two homes, and due to local demand, a third home was provided. These homes were built by local contractors James MacQueen Building Contractors Ltd. and designed by award winning architect Rural Design through the successful R.HOUSE partnership. From their nearby factory in Skye, local materials were used where possible to minimise environmental impact.
The housing provided at Grant Road has allowed the release of some local authority homes to other households, thereby helping the housing system to revolve efficiently. The tenants have experienced lower running costs due to increased levels of insulation, an efficient wood burning stove and an MHVR system, all working together to make the homes more affordable to live in.

​Read more in the full factsheet below:  
Balmacara Factsheet
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