Residents asked to move out over 'vibration' at Aberdeen flats

Letters have been sent to residents

Residents living in an Aberdeen housing scheme have been asked to consider moving out temporarily as a building fault can lead to vibration.

It is understood letters were sent to residents of up to 12 flats at Marchburn Park in Aberdeen.

The letter, seen by BBC Scotland, said remedial work needed to be carried out on the homes which were built in 2011.

It comes almost a year after tenants in a neighbouring block complained the building was vibrating.

Those residents were eventually offered alternative properties, but some are considering legal action against the council.

'Anti-vibration works'

The contractor, Robertson, launched an investigation earlier this year.

Other residents moved out last year

Aberdeen City Council has offered existing tenants temporary accommodation and said it would pay for removals, storage and some living costs.

The letter states: "The chipboard flooring to your flat has been built too tight against the timber frame of your block of flats.

"This can result in vibration from footsteps and washing machines being a nuisance in another flat.

"A gap needs to be created around the edges of the floor sheeting to the living room, kitchen and bedrooms. Anti-vibration works are also required under your kitchen.

"It is anticipated that these works will take one week, per flat, to undertake."