Council urges landlords to help amid housing emergency in Scotland

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Council urges landlords to help amid housing emergency in Scotland

A Scottish council is calling on landlords to provide temporary accommodation for vulnerable families.

The council has launched a partnership encouraging landlords to offer properties for short-term use to help support families facing homelessness across the area.

The Scottish Association of Landlords (SAL) is backing the scheme, saying it will help provide vital accommodation for homeless families.

We are in a housing emergency

The council explains landlords can lease their properties to Fife Council for a fixed term, receiving guaranteed monthly rent, property management, and no void periods with landlords retaining control over repairs and maintenance issues.

Fife Council’s housing spokesperson, Councillor Judy Hamilton, is keen to see landlords get involved.

She commented: “We are in a housing emergency and we’re committed to increasing the supply of affordable houses and easing pressure on our housing services.

“To achieve this goal, the council is developing affordable housing through various options using land and buildings in council ownership, engaging with private sector landowners, land agents and developers and utilising Scottish Government AHSP funding to assist in the delivery of much-needed affordable houses throughout Fife.

“This new Landlord Partnership will make sure that more families will soon have access to safe, secure and affordable housing in various locations across Fife.”

Members will benefit from a supportive network

She adds: “Every new property we secure makes a real difference for families waiting for a house that meets their needs.

“We know property owners want reassurance, reliability, and a straightforward service. This new Landlord Partnership aims to offer exactly that, while also contributing to the availability of safe, quality homes for people in our communities. We encourage owners across Fife to get involved.

“Working in partnership with Landlord Accreditation Scotland (LAS) members will benefit from a supportive network committed to improving standards and strengthening the private rented sector across Fife.”

Practical approach to tackling homelessness

Scottish Association of Landlords (SAL) chief executive, John Blackwood, tells Property118 the scheme will help tackle Scotland’s housing crisis.

He said: “We are pleased to be joining with Landlord Accreditation Scotland in partnering with Fife Council on this innovative and practical approach to tackling homelessness, particularly for vulnerable families.

“By working together, we can help some of the most at-risk people get into safe, flexible homes and find new tenant customers for our members.

“Scotland is facing a housing crisis, and it will only be resolved with all stakeholders, including the private rented sector, playing their part through initiatives like this.”

Landlords can find out more about the scheme by contacting Fife Council’s Housing Access Team.

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