Developer cuts home numbers in revised Bridge of Weir plans

James (Glasgow) Ltd – whose directors include McCoist and Jeffrey East – has already lodged an application for the Thriplee Road site with Renfrewshire Council. New documents now confirm the company intends to deliver 33 homes, down from earlier proposals for up to 38.

The updated scheme features 10 houses and 23 flats, with the apartments arranged across three blocks. The housing mix includes four detached properties and six semi‑detached units.

A design, access and sustainability statement by Stewart Associates explains the reduction: “As a result of design development in 2026, the overall density was reduced from 36 to 33 houses and flats. This is considered to be appropriate for the location, bearing in mind the sloping nature of the site and a desire to retain elements of existing landscape.”

The revised layout equates to just over 5.5 homes per acre.

Earlier iterations of the project prompted a wave of objections, with concerns raised about traffic, pressure on local infrastructure, the impact on services and the presence of a bat population. A smaller number of residents expressed support.

Councillor James Maclaren, Conservative representative for Bridge of Weir, said he understood the strength of feeling when the plans were debated in October 2024.

“I was aware that there had been a change and the numbers had been reduced, but I’m curious to know why they’ve gone down that road,” he said. “I don’t know that it’s going to make a huge difference to the overall appeal of the development. It might reduce the number of vehicles slightly, but there’s still going to be a big problem – and there already is a big problem in the village – with traffic.”

Ecology surveys carried out between May and October 2025 recorded at least seven bat species using the site.

Stewart Associates said the design aims to create a “safe and pleasant” development with a clear sense of place, one that complements the surrounding environment, broadens local housing choice, respects existing habitats and enhances biodiversity across the site.