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17/01/2025

Dumfries And Galloway Council To Develop New Local Housing Strategy

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Dumfries and Galloway Council is embarking on the development of a new Local Housing Strategy. This crucial document will outline the Council's vision for homes and communities within the region and establish a clear roadmap for addressing key housing challenges.

The new strategy will focus on several key areas, including:

• Expanding Housing Options: Increasing the availability of diverse housing options to meet the varying needs of residents.

• Creating Successful Places: Developing well-connected communities with access to essential services, transport, and employment opportunities.

• Improving Housing Affordability and Choice: Enhancing access to affordable and suitable housing options for all residents.

• Supporting Independent Living: Providing support for individuals with health conditions and disabilities to live independently within their communities.

• Addressing Climate Change: Improving the energy efficiency of homes and promoting sustainable housing solutions.

• Enhancing Housing Quality: Improving the quality and condition of existing homes across the region.
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This new strategy will play a vital role in shaping the future of housing in Dumfries and Galloway, ensuring that the region has sustainable, accessible, and high-quality homes for all residents.

Chair of the council's Economy and Infrastructure Committee, Ian Blake, said: "We know that good quality homes play a huge role in improving the lives of local people. The economic opportunities of housing for Dumfries and Galloway are vast, with tens of millions having been spent improving and providing homes just in the last year. This consultation is an opportunity for everyone in our region to be involved in the development of the councils’ Local Housing Strategy and have their say in shaping how we prioritise our approach to the delivery of housing services and investment."

Jackie McCamon, vice chair of the Economy and Infrastructure Committee added: "Our rural region is currently experiencing some significant housing challenges, from a lack of properties for key workers, to homes that need to be adapted to meet resident’s needs. By taking part in this survey, you will help us to identify the challenges that impact you the most, and work with our partner organisations to find solutions."

To ensure the Local Housing Strategy reflects the view of local residents, a survey has been launched asking local households to share their views on the housing issues that matters most in their community and how they feel resources, investment and services should be targeted to address these issues.

All Dumfries and Galloway residents are encouraged to participate in the survey, which should take no more than five minutes to complete. All survey responses will be for research purposes only and it will not be possible to identify individual households from the responses. You can access the survey here www.surveymonkey.com/r/CSKM27Y

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