Bringing Scotland's Empty Homes Back to Use - Scottish Empty Homes Partnership

Scotland is in a housing emergency. We believe that bringing empty homes back into use is an essential part of the solution to the lack of affordable housing. 

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Owner

I own an empty home, what are my options?

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Buyer

I’m looking to buy an empty home.

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Neighbour

I need help with an empty home in my area

Red sandstone house with a blue door, covered in scaffolding for renovation work.

Low angle view of traditional Scottish sandstone terraced houses with multiple sash windows and chimneys.

Traditional Scottish stone cottage with a dark roof, new wooden entrance, and a low dry-stone wall.

How we can help

We exist to help get Scotland’s privately owned empty homes back into use. We offer detailed practical advice and run the national empty homes matchmaker scheme.

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Empty homes in Scotland

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empty homes brought back into use in 2024/25

Every home matters

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How we can help