Despite this issue (which also affected other streets in that part of Edinburgh), in the early 21st century several developments of new housing on the greenbelt land in the vicinity of Ferniehill were approved, leading to concerns from residents over the mine workings, as well as insufficient transport infrastructure.
Despite a problem affecting other streets in that part of Edinburgh, during the early 21st century, several new housing projects on greenbelt land around Ferniehill were authorized, causing worries among residents regarding the mine operations and insufficient transport facilities.