Rangers legend Ally McCoist ordered to pay contributions to three schools as part of controversial housing development
ALLY McCoist will have to pay education bosses if he gets the green light for a controversial housing development.
The football pundit, 62, hopes to build 38 houses and flats of contemporary design on a vacant site in upmarket Bridge of Weir, Renfrewshire.
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Ally McCoist wants to build new homes in Bridge of Weir
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The new development has proved controversial
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Furious locals have lodged objections to the plans
McCoist and his business partner applied to Renfrewshire Council but face stiff opposition from some locals who object to the plans.
A council report has revealed possible impact on local schools if families move to the new houses.
They assessed nearby schools before ruling a 'developer contribution' would be required if planning was permitted.
Papers said: "Following assessment of the proposed development, the educational impact, has been assessed and presented in the data in appendix 1.
"This shows that a developer contribution will be required for Bridge of Weir Primary School, Gryffe High School, and St Benedict's High School."
Developer contributions are negotiated by councils based on estimated additional pupil impact from new homes granted planning
permission.
The fees are confirmed through legal agreements between developers and council bosses with planning permissions being withheld until guarantees have been given.
Rangers hero McCoist runs development firm James (Glasgow) Ltd along with his associate Jeffrey East.
The firm was set up in 2017 and is involved in the buying and selling of real estate.
James (Glasgow) Ltd said their proposal had been 'informed by sustainable design principles' and would not impact the village.
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Some residents have blasted the development plans over fears it will add pressure on schools and GP surgeries plus increase traffic.
McCoist asked for approval to have almost 30 trees removed after Storm Eowyn caused damage on the site and caused some to collapse.
A tree surgeon's dossier said: "Due to the instability and increased safety risks posed by the remaining trees, we request approval for their removal as well, as a precautionary health and safety measure.
"To be clear this is for all Lawson cypress remaining in the tree row."
Renfrewshire Council will make a decision in due course.
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