Kingdom Housing Association has submitted a planning application to redevelop the James Bank Centre in Dunfermline

A housing association has unveiled plans to create modernised places to live for homeless people.

Kingdom Housing Association has submitted a planning application to redevelop the James Bank Centre in Dunfermline to make a continuing contribution to supporting those experiencing homelessness in Fife.

Currently configured as hostel style accommodation, the new plans will deliver high-quality, energy-efficient self-contained apartments. 

The neighbouring block will be refurbished to provide eight affordable homes for mid-market rent.

This will create modern, short-term accommodation with wraparound support provided by Kingdom Support & Care.

One of the flats will be used as on-site office and staff accommodation to maintain a 24-hour support presence and construction is planned to start in summer 2026.

Kingdom Support and Care works in partnership with Fife Council to support individuals who experience repeat homelessness to achieve a settled housing solution. In addition to James Bank, the organisation provides accommodation with support in Inverkeithing, Kirkcaldy and Rosyth

Paul White, director of Kingdom Support & Care, said: “We support individuals facing some of the toughest challenges, many with complex needs and histories of repeat homelessness. This proposed development allows us to offer better living conditions and deliver tailored support in a way that puts people first. We want everyone we support to feel safe, respected and part of their community.”

Tricia Hill, Kingdom’s development and sustainability director, added: “This project reflects our focus on customer-centred, sustainable design. By replacing shared accommodation with self-contained homes, we’re creating a supportive environment that promotes stability and independence for our customers who need it most.”

The project has been designed to meet Kingdom’s long-term commitment to net zero operations and high-quality community housing.

It includes plans to comprehensively upgrade the external appearance of the building, removing the existing single-storey reception, improving insulation, and installing new windows and cladding.

The existing private garden to the rear will be retained.