All owners in a tenement building are responsible for paying their share of the costs for a common repair, as determined by their titles or the Tenements Act. Owners are responsible for paying for repairs…
An incoming leak is always a cause for concern. Left untreated, leaks can lead to further damage to your property and issues with damp, mould, and rot. So, what can…
Making homes more energy efficient through insulation and air tightness can make them more comfortable while also cutting carbon and bills. However, traditional solid-walled buildings present unique challenges. In this…
Having a mysterious noise in your flat can be frustrating and may indicate other problems within your building, so it’s worth taking the time to investigate where it could be…
After many owners’ meetings, work finally began in January 2023.At the first owners’ meeting, they were encouraged to submit a grant application to the Council to receive financial help towards…
The Scottish Government New Build Heat Standard is now being enforced which means that any new builds are not allowed to use polluting heating systems, like oil and gas boilers,…
Organising repairs in tenement buildings can be challenging, especially if there are commercial premises in the same building as residential properties owned by landlords, owner-occupiers, housing associations, or local authorities.…
The 16% of national carbon emissions due to the use of gas and oil for heating and hot water. The UK also has some of the oldest and leakiest housing stock in…
In May 2024, the Under One Roof team attended the Scottish Parliament to hear more about the short film from 2019, commissioned for the conference 2023 report, highlighting the complex challenges facing…
An owners’ association is a formal arrangement between the owners, complete with a constitution, and agreed rules and procedures. Having one in your building can make a big difference when…
In 2023, the Scottish Government launched a consultation on legislation to reform Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs). The drivers for reforming EPCs were based on the following recommendations from the Climate…
Scotland has set a target to reach net zero by 2045. As part of reaching this target, the Heat in Buildings Bill proposes to make new laws around how we…
The first short talk of the day was delivered by architect Ingvar Maxwell, who explored the history of stone in Scottish buildings from the prehistoric age until the 20th century. He explained how…
Mortgage lenders now require that those buying flats with cladding to provide…
Your tenement may have a basement, sometimes used for living accommodation or…
Insulation, draught-proofing and improved glazing can save money, improve comfort and reduce…
Recent research suggests that traditional solid stone or brick walls provide better…
Your support helps us continue providing free information and advice to tenement owners and housing professionals. Please give what you can by clicking the PayPal button below.
When you visit our website, it may store information through your browser from specific services, usually in the form of cookies. Here you can change your Privacy preferences. It is worth noting that blocking some types of cookies may impact your experience on our website and the services we are able to offer. When you have made your selection please save preference and select I agree.
