Tenants settle into new homes as part of Council's house building programme

Published 12 November 2026

Tenants are settling into new homes in Council housing developments across Bonhill and Clydebank, with residents already experiencing the benefits of homes designed to meet their changing needs.

Harry Weatherall and his wife Isa moved into their new property at Campbell Street in Bonhill earlier this month and have been enjoying getting to know their surroundings.  

After spending 15 years at Clyde Court in Dumbarton, the couple required more suitable accommodation due to Harry's health conditions, including Parkinson's disease and Alzheimer's. Their new home provides level access, making it easier for Harry to use his wheelchair and maintain his independence.  

Harry said: "We had been living on the ninth floor at Clyde Court and, although the Council moved us to the first floor, we were still reliant on the lift. This is much better because everything is on the level. 

"For a disabled person, the size of this property is amazing and having access to the communal garden will make a real difference. It's a lovely flat and we've settled in well."  

Isa said: "We were looking for somewhere all on the flat and we've already been able to get out and about with Harry in his wheelchair. 

"We've met some of the neighbours already and everyone has been very friendly. It feels like it could be a really good wee community."  

Across Bonhill, unused land is being brought back to life through West Dunbartonshire Council's latest housing developments. Contractors have completed Braehead and Campbell Street delivering 28 new homes, all built to net zero standards. The developments include a range of properties, from one-bedroom homes to seven-bedroom family homes, including wheelchair-accessible properties designed to meet local housing needs. A further six homes are being developed at the O'Hare site as part of a separate project. 

At Queen Mary Avenue in Clydebank, 17 further properties have been delivered, ranging from one-bedroom cottage flats to four-bedroom semi-detached homes.  

Convenor of Housing, Councillor Gurpreet Singh Johal, said: "The real success of our house-building programme is the difference it makes to tenants' lives. Hearing directly from Harry and Isa about how their new home is improving their comfort, independence and quality of life shows exactly why these developments are so important. 

"We are committed to delivering high-quality homes that meet the needs of residents both now and in the future, helping people to live well within their communities."  

Vice Convener of Housing, Councillor Hazel Sorrell, said: "Every new home we build represents an opportunity for a resident or family to access accommodation that better suits their needs. 

"These developments are creating modern, energy-efficient homes while making best use of underused land, helping to strengthen existing communities and provide housing for local people for generations to come."  

CCG (Scotland) led construction on each of the new developments which have recently been completed. 

As part of the social benefits aspect included in all West Dunbartonshire Council contracts, CCG (Scotland) committed to paying all staff the real living wage and endeavoured to use local companies for sub-contracting opportunities where possible. They recruited four employees from West Dunbartonshire Council postcodes in addition to 11 work placements for young people and curriculum engagement with local schools and colleges.