The fire destroyed 41 Scott Street and ongoing demolition work means it is unsafe for residents and businesses nearby to return to their homes and premises.

However, progress on the demolition work allowed residents of 36 Scott Street to return to their homes on Thursday, 26 June.

Councillor Eric Drysdale, deputy leader of Perth and Kinross Council and a ward member for Perth City Centre, said: “The fire at Scott Street was tragic and the consequences will be felt for a long time to come. One person died and others were injured while 55 households were displaced because of it.

“Council staff have been working hard to find accommodation for these people and demolition contractors Reigart have been striving to bring 41 Scott Street down to a safe level that will start allowing people to return to their homes.

“It is great that these efforts mean 15 households are now back in their homes. I am sure they felt a real mix of emotions and that is why the Red Cross had staff on hand to provide support to those who needed it on Thursday.

“I would like, once again, to thank everyone who has been working hard on behalf of those affected by the fire – whether they are frontline workers, partner agencies or the people and businesses who have shown such tremendous generosity and concern.”

Tesco Edinburgh Road donated 15 bags of essential goods to families returning to their homes on Thursday while the Crieff Road branch has also donated vouchers.

A host of other businesses including The Ship Inn and Willows have also made donations, while The Salutation Hotel has been providing accommodation for affected residents since the fire.

A crowdfunder set up by Perth resident Nicola Bell has raised nearly £6,000. She will work with Perth and Kinross Council to distribute any funds raised.

On Wednesday 25 June, Perth and Kinross Council agreed to provide an emergency £250,000 funding to support residents and businesses. The Scottish Government has agreed to open the Bellwin Scheme, which provides emergency funding to local authorities.

Reigart Contracts Ltd have been working on the demolition of 41 Scott Street since the fire. The company has previously been responsible for dismantling damaged parts of the Mackintosh building after the Glasgow School of Art was damaged by fire.

A spokesperson for the firm said: “We’re pleased to report that as of Thursday, June 26 2025, residents of 36 Scott Street have returned safely to their homes. This follows two weeks of continuous demolition and safety works in conjunction with G3 Consulting Engineers and Perth and Kinross Council.

“Our operatives will continue working on Saturday (and will return on Monday (30/06/2025) where the works to the South Street elevation will be our main focus.”

Perth and Kinross also hosted two drop-in sessions, on Tuesday and Friday, at its offices at 2 High Street for those affected by the fire this week.

Friday’s event was supported by Pete Wishart MP and John Swinney MSP and had a focus on insurance.