Views sought on draft housing strategy for Midlothian

The Midlothian Local Housing Strategy (LHS) is a five-year document that sets out the council’s plans to improve housing in the area between 2026/27 - 2030/31.

The ideas submitted during phase one in the spring have been added to the draft strategy.

The LHS covers all types and tenures of housing. Topics covered in the LHS include equalities, engagement and consultation, preventing and addressing homelessness, fuel poverty, energy efficiency & climate change and housing conditions. The strategy sets out a strategic vision for the delivery of housing services in Midlothian.

The consultation includes an online Citizen Space survey for all who live and work in Midlothian.

Public drop-ins for Midlothian residents will be held at:

• Lasswade Library, Tuesday 2 September, 10.00am - 12.00 noon
• Penicuik Library, Tuesday 9 September, 5.00pm - 7.00pm
• Newbattle Library, Tuesday 16 September, 10.00am - 12noon
• Dalkeith Library, Tuesday 23 September, 5.00pm - 7pm

Cllr Stuart McKenzie, cabinet member for housing, said: “This consultation is an opportunity for local residents to have their final say on the document. Your feedback will ensure that our Local Housing Strategy is responsive to the issues that matter most to our residents. Therefore, I would encourage everyone to share their views during this consultation period. We have made sure that people can participate both online and in person so we can get as many opinions as possible.”

The consultation runs till 3 October 2025.