In the mist, is Morrisons Pic: Andy Spearitt
Work has started on building more than 30 homes near the Morrisons supermarket in Blackpool Road.
Land off Thorn Street in Ribbleton has seen piling equipment arrive to lay the foundations.
A joint project between MCI Developments and Places for People the development will see 35 affordable homes and six apartments.
The beginnings of the housing development Pic: Andy Spearitt
Plans for the land, which used to be James Hall, were approved in January this year.