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The transformation of a former railway station near Turriff into a housing development has been narrowly rejected by councillors.

Regular building inspections, the establishment of compulsory owners’ associations and Building Reserve Funds must be written into legislation to protect the future of Scotland’s tenement buildings, according to a new report.

A new guide has been published for registered social landlords on applying for a loan to cover the cost of buying and installing smoke, heat and carbon monoxide alarms to meet new standards.

The City of Edinburgh Council’s housing and economy convener, Cllr Kate Campbell, is encouraging residents to have their say on short term lets by taking part in the Scottish Government’s consultation on the regulation of the industry. Last year, the council set up a working group to loo

North Lanarkshire Council is developing an installation programme to meet 2021 legislation changes relating to smoke and heat detectors. Planning is now underway to prepare for the changes made to the Housing Scotland Act (1987).

Retirement housing developments throughout Scotland are set to highlight the good work of caring locals as they celebrate Volunteers’ Week.

The UK Collaborative Centre for Housing Evidence (CaCHE) is embarking on a substantial new UK-wide work programme with TDS Charitable Foundation and SafeDeposits Scotland Charitable Trust, which will aim to improve conditions and outcomes in the private rented sector.

Plans for the conversion of a former Dundee college building into build to rent and serviced apartments development have been shelved due to a lack of funding.

Housing experts have today warned of an “accessible homes crisis” in England after new research revealed that less than a quarter of homes built outside London by 2030 will be suitable for older and disabled people.

Youth homelessness charity Rock Trust is exhibiting and auctioning artworks from renowned artists from across Scotland and beyond, to raise funds for their frontline work with young people. The charity’s fifth Postcard Art Exhibition and Auction will see 48 artists donate 78 postcard-sized art

Proposals for the first £20 million phase of new community hubs across Glasgow have been considered by a local authority committee.

A new benefit to help low income families with school-related costs is now open for applications.

A new social enterprise aimed at providing the best mobile telecommunications solutions for charities has been launched in Dundee. The first dedicated mobile social enterprise in Scotland, Good Call aims to remove the mobile communications barriers facing charities, social enterprises and community

The Scottish Federation of Housing Associations (SFHA) has called on the UK Government to take “urgent action” after a survey found increasing numbers of tenants experiencing or at risk of fuel poverty.

A proposed development of around 150 affordable homes is being planned following the purchase of the former Wise Group site in Glasgow. Aerial view of the Edinburgh Road site