There is currently an acute shorting of affordable housing across Argyll and Bute. Working with HOMEArgyll Housing Associations, the council is promoting the Buy Back Scheme.
The scheme looks to acquire housing to increase the social housing stock in the area.
HOMEArgyll Housing Associations are inviting owners of houses, bungalows and flats who are looking to sell their properties to offer them the opportunity to buy their properties.
Typically, properties will normally be ex-council houses and flats but other properties may be appropriate in some circumstances.
If you would like further information on the Buy Back Scheme contact: housingadmin@Argyll-Bute.gov.uk
Properties need to meet the following criteria:
- There is demand for the type and size of property in that area.
- The combined cost of buying the property and bringing it up to letting standards would represent value for money.
- It is not possible to consider properties if current tenants have to leave to enable a sale.
Councillor Robin Currie, Leader of Argyll and Bute Council:
“Investing in and delivering quality affordable housing is a key element in creating vibrant, prosperous and thriving local communities across Argyll and Bute.
“We are committed to working with our partners to further strengthen our affordable housing sector which, in turn, will boost the area’s attraction as a place to live and work, encourage further investment and strengthen our local economy.”
If you would like further information on the Buy Back Scheme contact: housingadmin@Argyll-Bute.gov.uk or visit the council website - Argyll and Bute Buy Back Initiative.