MORE than 70 new homes could be woven into the heart of Peebles if a bid to redevelop a former woollen mill wins approval.

On Tuesday, Edinburgh-based developer Whiteburn submitted its full planning application at March Street Mill, which dates from 1884, to Scottish Borders Council (SBC).

The proposal for 71 homes, including including two, three and four-bedroom and affordable properties, follows two public consultation events earlier this year.

The historic lodge gatehouse at the mill would be extended and modernised into a family home under the plans.

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In addition Whiteburn has committed to integrate the allotment green space into its project.

Roger Bainbridge, director of design and delivery for Whiteburn Projects, said: “Our planning application for March Street shows our continued commitment to deliver quality homes for local people in the Scottish Borders.

“Our two public consultation events earlier this year were both very well attended by the members of the local community who took the time to share their views and suggestions.

Peeblesshire News: An architect's impression of what some of the homes on the estate would look likeAn architect's impression of what some of the homes on the estate would look like (Image: Whiteburn)

“We’ve been able to consider these views as our plans for the development have evolved, as well as work with SBC throughout the pre-application process.

“We are now pleased to be able to submit a set of proposals that we believe will create a sympathetic regeneration of March Street.

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“It is a fantastic location, a short walk from the High Street and amenities of the town, it is a true 20-minute neighbourhood.”

Rick McCluggage, director of architects at Smith Scott Mullan Associates, who will work alongside Whiteburn, added: “The March Street project is a fantastic opportunity to regenerate an important brownfield site in the historic town centre of Peebles.

“The new homes will be extremely high quality and appeal to various household sizes and different generations. The inclusion of new homes for affordable rent is also important, to ensure the availability of quality rented housing in a town centre location, close to amenities, employment and transport.”