South Ayrshire Council

South Ayrshire Council is set to update councillors on progress made during year one of its Local Housing Strategy (2024-2029).

South Ayrshire Council has outlined its commitment to address the number of long-term empty private homes in the area through a new five-year strategy. There are approximately 45,000 long-term empty private properties throughout Scotland. In South Ayrshire, more than 800 private properties are curre

South Ayrshire Council has said its plans to transform Ayr’s former Hourstons building and the Arran Mall into a ‘Living Well Village’ are no longer viable due to a lack of funding. Last year, LMA Architects sought listed building consent to partially demolish the building in

South Ayrshire Council's cabinet has approved the submission of the Annual Assurance Statement (AAS) to the Scottish Housing Regulator.  The statement provides assurances on the council's compliance with the regulations and outlines ongoing efforts to improve housing services for tenants and ot

South Ayrshire Council has confirmed the appointment of Stephen Penman as its new chief executive. This follows a robust, competitive selection and interview process.

South Ayrshire Council has announced the new housing development at Riverside Place in Ayr will be handed over by the contractor at the start of next year.

South Ayrshire Council's Property Maintenance team recently completed a 'Multiskilling' training programme to help staff learn new trade skills and respond more quickly to repair requests.

A major housebuilder is demanding the return of nearly £6 million from South Ayrshire Council, claiming the funds originally provided to support local school infrastructure remain unused.

A vacant plot of land in Maybole, South Ayrshire is being earmarked for a new 43-home housing development.

At a recent special council meeting, councillors voted to re-elect Councillor Iain Campbell as Provost of South Ayrshire Council. Councillors voted in Councillor Brian Connolly as leader of the council and Councillor Alec Clark was elected as depute leader.

South Ayrshire Council is looking for feedback as the first step in making a new Local Development Plan for South Ayrshire (LDP3). The first stage in the LDP3 process is preparing an Evidence Report. This will contain detailed information on a range of planning matters for South Ayrshire to help inf

South Ayrshire Council is set to decide on its 2025/26 Housing Revenue Account (HRA) Revenue Budget and Proposed Capital Budget.

Scotland’s housing minister has visited McTaggart Construction’s new mixed home development in Prestwick and heard first-hand about the challenges faced by the industry.

South Ayrshire Council and its partners are likely to deliver 176 new affordable homes this year - exceeding the target set in October last year by 41 homes.

South Ayrshire Council has won a top award at Chartered Institute of Housing's (CIH) Scotland Housing Awards 2024.