Plans for 296 New Homes in Dumfries Given Go-Ahead

Plans for almost 296 new homes to be built on Catherinefield Farm on the outskirts of Dumfries have been given the go-ahead.

The plans, approved on Wednesday, 25 Feb 2026, by Dumfries and Galloway Council, will see 266 affordable homes built by CCG (Scotland) on behalf of Wheatley Homes South, as well as 30 for private sale.

The Wheatley development is set to be the largest-ever project delivered by the housing provider in the region, and will feature a range of house types designed by Collective Architecture to address localised housing needs and demand, including a  Livingwell block providing 41 flats for people aged 55 and over.

Livingwell is a Wheatley service which helps older residents live independently for longer by providing personalised support, regular staff presence and a programme of social and wellbeing activities.

Catherniefield represents a continuation of housing delivery by Wheatley and CCG in the area, following the completion of Locharbriggs in 2024 — a development of 86 homes built on the site of a neighbouring former Currie’s logistics yard.

Alex Lamb, Managing Director of Wheatley Homes South, said: “This is a major step forward in our plans to bring more high-quality, energy-efficient homes to Dumfries.

“The views of the local community will be central to any new homes being delivered and will help shape the proposals. We were pleased that so many people attended our public meetings and shared their views on the type of housing needed locally.

“These new homes form part of Wheatley’s commitment to delivering hundreds of new homes across the region to help meet the housing need, not just here in Dumfries and Galloway and across the country.

“With support from Dumfries and Galloway Council and the Scottish Government, we will start work on delivering these new homes in 2027.”