Developers have launched a fresh bid to build a trio of houses on a slope in Penicuik next to a former mill lade, removing half the trees on the site.

The latest application for housing on the land at Cairnbank Road, in the town, addresses concerns from Midlothian council who said there was not enough garden space and a lack of privacy.

And it confirms that 17 of the 33 trees on the land which are under a Tree Protection Order (TPO)would be removed but offers to replace them with new planting.

The application says: "While the proposal relies on the removal of 17 trees the applicant accepts the letter and spirit of the TPO and is prepared to accept a condition requiring replanting of two trees for every one removed."

It seeks permission to also remove the former mill lade and fill i

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