What is social housing?
We are a social landlord and our main offering is social housing for rent. Learn more about social housing in this section.
What is social housing?
Social housing is housing rented from housing associations, housing cooperatives and Councils. Social housing provides eligible tenants with:
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genuinely affordable housing
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secure long-term tenancies
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protected rights
Affordability
Social homes are the most affordable housing option for many people. Rents for social homes are usually significantly lower than rents in the private sector.
Social homes should stay more affordable long-term so people are not priced out of their communities by rising rents.
Tenancy Agreements
Social housing tenants usually have Scottish secure tenancies, giving them greater protections and enhanced rights compared to private rented tenants. They provide the foundation people need to get on in life, meaning individuals and families can put down roots, plan for the future and make their house a home
Regulation & Standards
Social housing in Scotland is regulated by the Scottish Housing Regulator.
Social homes are expected to meet certain quality and energy efficient standard - this includes standards such as the Scottish Housing Quality Standard and Energy Efficient Standard for Social Housing.