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More homes are to be added to the site of the first village to be built in Skye in more than 100 years.<\/p>\n
Work is to start this week on 17 new affordable homes at Kilbeg in Sleat.<\/p>\n
The project involves Sabhal M\u00f2r Ostaig – The\u00a0National Centre for Gaelic Language and Culture, Highland Council and Communities Housing Trust.<\/p>\n
The properties will include six homes for social rent, eight affordable homes and three discounted plots for self-build projects.<\/p>\n
Construction of 14 flats by a private developer on another part of the village site is due to start soon.<\/p>\n
About 100 homes in total are to built in phases.<\/p>\n
The latest phase of construction follows the provision of two affordable rent-to-buy properties, which are home to two young families.<\/p>\n
Organisations involved in the village said it would help tackle Skye’s housing needs.<\/p>\n
Given Kilbeg’s location near to Sabhal M\u00f2r Ostaig it is expected that the development will attract Gaelic speakers or learners of all ages.<\/p>\n
However, the homes will be open to all with a need to live or work in the area.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n