New document aims to highlight Dumfries and Galloway housing opportunities
The South of Scotland Housing Prospectus outlines the unique development opportunities in the region
A new document aims to highlight the housebuilding opportunities available across Dumfries and Galloway.
The South of Scotland Housing Prospectus outlines the unique development opportunities in the region, some of the key sites and the partners who stand ready to help bring forward developments.
With an expectation that more than 9,000 new homes may be needed over the next decade, the project aims to encourage housebuilders and developers to gain a foothold in the region.
The prospectus has been co-produced by the South of Scotland Regional Economic Partnership with independent property specialists Rettie and Co and is a key part of the South of Scotland Housing Action Plan, which the Scottish Government launched last year.
Housing Minister Paul McLennan said: 'I'm encouraged by the strong partnership approach in developing the Prospectus to support the delivery of more homes, of all tenures, across the South of Scotland.
'Good quality housing is critical to support health, wellbeing, life chances, job prospects, tackling child poverty and driving economic growth.
'We remain focussed on delivering 110,000 affordable homes by 2032 across Scotland with at least 10% of these in rural and island areas.
'That is why we are investing £768m illion through the affordable housing supply budget this financial year.'
South of Scotland Enterprise chairman, Russel Griggs OBE, said: 'Never has there been such an exciting time for the South of Scotland with unprecedented levels of investment paving the way for new jobs, better connecting places and attracting new people to live, work and learn in the south of Scotland.
'This prospectus shows that the south of Scotland is open for business to housing developers.
'The demand for quality homes across all tenures is undeniable, and we look forward to working with developers on this exciting journey.'
Dumfries and Galloway Council Leader, Councillor Gail Macgregor added: 'The south of Scotland needs more housing, and this prospectus showcases that the region is a prime location for developers to build homes.
'There is a strong partnership approach and support from regional partners, ensuring the delivery of homes is a priority.'
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The South of Scotland Housing Prospectus outlines the unique development opportunities in the region A new document aims to highlight the housebuilding opportunities available across Dumfries and Galloway. The South of Scotland Housing Prospectus outlines the unique development opportunities in the region, some of the key sites and the partners who stand ready to help bring forward developments. With an expectation that more than 9,000 new homes may be needed over the next decade, the project aims to encourage housebuilders and developers to gain a foothold in the region. The prospectus has been co-produced by the South of Scotland Regional Economic Partnership with independent property specialists Rettie and Co and is a key part of the South of Scotland Housing Action Plan, which the Scottish Government launched last year. Housing Minister Paul McLennan said: 'I'm encouraged by the strong partnership approach in developing the Prospectus to support the delivery of more homes, of all tenures, across the South of Scotland. 'Good quality housing is critical to support health, wellbeing, life chances, job prospects, tackling child poverty and driving economic growth. 'We remain focussed on delivering 110,000 affordable homes by 2032 across Scotland with at least 10% of these in rural and island areas. 'That is why we are investing £768m illion through the affordable housing supply budget this financial year.' South of Scotland Enterprise chairman, Russel Griggs OBE, said: 'Never has there been such an exciting time for the South of Scotland with unprecedented levels of investment paving the way for new jobs, better connecting places and attracting new people to live, work and learn in the south of Scotland. 'This prospectus shows that the south of Scotland is open for business to housing developers. 'The demand for quality homes across all tenures is undeniable, and we look forward to working with developers on this exciting journey.' Dumfries and Galloway Council Leader, Councillor Gail Macgregor added: 'The south of Scotland needs more housing, and this prospectus showcases that the region is a prime location for developers to build homes. 'There is a strong partnership approach and support from regional partners, ensuring the delivery of homes is a priority.'
