The gap site (above) has been an eyesore in the Bonnygate for several years following the demolition of an unsafe building. Cupar Development Trust put forward the original proposals for this site to Cupar’s Charrette in 2016, and now supports the current proposals for this important project which will improve the use of the land in and behind the gap site between the Bonnygate and Kirk Wynd and improve its value for the community. It will restore an attractive frontage on Bonnygate, demolish or develop derelict buildings in and around the Bonnygate car park, and will create much needed affordable housing, as well as one shop on the Bonnygate frontage. It will open up neglected historic closes to create better access through into Crossgate, and create a new close from Bonnygate to Kirk Wynd.. 

The older buildings in Cupar’s town centre date from the several periods of the town’s history of economic growth. On the main streets, buildings were adapted as the local economy grew and on occasion they were replaced. Land to the rear of the main streets was built on to accommodate stables, wash-houses and industries which supported the primary activities of the main street buildings. However, this ‘cheek-by-jowl’ development came to an end as the town expanded during the last century. Goods could be transported easily from industrial estates making the older back-buildings obsolete. Often they fell derelict as tighter building standards were introduced. Clearance and re-development became the best solution but the location was not commercially attractive.

Current Situation
The Inner Court project which will address these issues has been planned by Kingdom Housing Association (KHA) and their architects Sinclair Watt. The next stage will include an archaeological investigation, where members of the community, and school pupils, will be welcome to assist. 

The relevant Planning Permission Document: HERE 

Read the relevant Planning Permission Document: HERE

Current Situation
The Inner Court project which will address these issues has been planned by Kingdom Housing Association (KHA) and their architects Sinclair Watt. The next stage will include an archaeological investigation, where members of the community, and school pupils, may be able to assist.