The affordable homes will be made available through Kingdom Housing Association, offering a mix of 24 two-bedroom apartments and 13 two and three-bedroom homes for Mid-Market Rent, as well as a range of 50 two, three, four and five-bedroom Social Rent homes. Construction of the first new homes is expected to begin later this year.

This development forms a key part of Phase 1 of the Whitefields masterplan, which will ultimately deliver around 1,400 new homes, including affordable properties, alongside a wide range of community benefits. Once complete, Whitefields will become a vibrant new neighbourhood featuring:

• A new primary school
• Local shops and community facilities
• Green open spaces
• Two equipped play areas
• An informal kick-about space
• Significant improvements to local transport infrastructure

Pauline Mills, technical director for Taylor Wimpey East Scotland, said: “We’re delighted to have secured planning consent for the first affordable homes at Whitefields.

“This is another important step in bringing forward a high-quality, sustainable new community for North Dunfermline.

“Our partnership with Kingdom Housing Association ensures that a diverse range of affordable homes will be available from the outset, helping to meet local housing needs and supporting the long-term vision for Whitefields.”

Tricia Hill, Kingdom’s development and sustainability director, added: “We welcome this planning approval and are looking forward to working with Taylor Wimpey East Scotland to deliver the first affordable homes at Whitefields.

“The mix of Mid-Market Rent and Social Rent properties will provide much-needed, energy-efficient homes in Dunfermline. Whitefields represents a significant investment in the area, and we’re proud to be part of the creation of a well-connected and inclusive new community, which is central to our mission of providing more than a home.”