Propertymark represented its members on the issue of antisocial behaviour (ASB) at a recent engagement session on 4 September 2024 organised by the Independent Working Group on Antisocial Behaviour that was initiated by the Scottish Government. The Minister for Victims and Community Safety, Siobhian Brown commissioned the Independent Working Group on ASB to complete a …
Read more >Tenement buildings are an iconic feature of Scotland’s urban landscape, particularly in cities like Glasgow, Edinburgh, and Dundee. These multi-unit buildings, often dating back to the 19th and early 20th centuries, provide spacious and characterful homes. However, owning a property in a tenement comes with specific responsibilities, especially when it comes to common repairs. Understanding …
Read more >With a recent history of “emergency” rent “freezes”, caps and controls and the prospect of further rent controls coming down the line with the proposed Housing (Scotland) Bill, the issue of how and when landlords can increase rent has become far more significant that it traditionally has been. It is also an issue that is …
Read more >Scotland’s ambitious climate change targets mean private landlords need to start thinking now about switching to more energy-efficient and sustainable heating sources. While the details of new legislation are still being debated, the Scottish Government’s target is to reach net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2045. We can all agree that measures to combat climate …
Read more >Renting a new flat opens up a world of possibilities for expressing your unique style. It’s not hard to view a unit for the first time and be flooded with ideas and grand plans for a space that feels like a blank canvas. But if you’ve ever rented a flat, you probably know the landlord-tenant …
Read more >Scotland has a healthy commercial property market, with Peter Walker of the Business Insider reporting that Scotland has seen an increase of 4% in the first half of the year despite an overall decrease in the rest of the UK1. With businesses attracted to Scotland, renters will follow bringing with them the demands for more …
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