Councils new Local Housing Strategy sets out five key priorities agreed by Tackling Poverty, Inequalities and Housing Sub Committee
Dumfries and Galloway Council has unveiled its new Local Housing Strategy (LHS), a comprehensive plan that outlines the region’s vision, priorities and actions for delivering high-quality housing and related services over the coming years. Under the Housing (Scotland) Act 2001 all local authorities are required to produce an LHS that reflects both national priorities and local needs. The strategy enables the council to plan effectively for current and future housing demand, ensuring services are delivered in a way that supports communities and promotes wellbeing.
The LHS identifies five key priorities, agreed at the Tackling Poverty, Inequalities and Housing Sub Committee on 1 May 2025:
- Building more homes to support a thriving local economy and sustainable communities.
- Supporting independent living by enabling people to remain in the home and community of their choice.
- Extending housing options and improving the private rented sector.
- Achieving affordable warmth through energy-efficient, sustainable homes.
- Improving housing quality through repair, maintenance, and investment.
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