Scottish Parliament election results
Results of the Scottish Parliament Election held on 7 May 2026.
Empty Homes Plan 2026 to 2031
The Empty Homes Plan sets out the direction, policies, plans and activity that will enable Dumfries and Galloway Council and partners to bring as many empty homes as possible back into use.
Dumfries and Galloway Council are pleased to present this Empty Homes Plan covering the period 2026 to 2031. This is a key component of both our:
The plan highlights the important contribution that tackling empty homes makes to meeting housing needs, regenerating places and communities, tackling climate change, and supporting the local economy.
The Empty Homes Plan sets out the vision of Dumfries and Galloway Council and local partners for tackling empty homes. It aligns to national priorities and housing outcomes and is embedded in the delivery of the LHS, which builds on ambitious community planning objectives. The main purpose of the plan is to:
- set out a shared understanding of the extent and nature of empty homes and their impact on residents, places and communities in the area
- provide clear strategic direction for partnership working and investment to tackle empty homes
- set out actions and targets to bring empty homes back into use
- provide a strong contribution to national, community planning and LHS outcomes
- set the framework to guide and coordinate partnership and delivery activity to achieve strategic aims and objectives for empty homes
- provide a clear basis to direct resources, monitor progress and measure the impact of empty homes activity