Maryhill Housing Association has secured a substantial investment of nearly £25 million to enhance and maintain its current housing stock, with a focus on sustainability measures and advancements towards achieving net-zero objectives.

The association manages a diverse portfolio comprising over 3,100 properties in Maryhill and Ruchill, encompassing various housing types such as tenements, retirement housing, and multi-storey blocks of flats.

The funding, provided by the Royal Bank of Scotland, will be allocated towards a range of upgrade and maintenance projects. A significant portion will be dedicated to replacing outdated storage heaters in approximately 600 homes with modern, high heat retention technology.

Moreover, the investment will facilitate the expansion of the association’s portfolio of energy-efficient properties. Plans include the construction of 16 new homes for social rent on Smeaton Street in Ruchill, scheduled for completion later this summer.

Bryony Willet, Chief Executive at Maryhill Housing Association, expressed the importance of providing more than just housing, stating, “To create strong and thriving communities, we need to provide more than just homes, we need to support our customers’ wellbeing and the long-term interests of our communities in a range of ways.”

Alan Newlands, Relationship Manager at RBS, highlighted the bank’s commitment to addressing the housing crisis, stating, “As a part of our commitment to invest £5bn to tackle the housing crisis, we wanted to support Maryhill Housing Association in its continual strive to improve the efficiency of its homes for its tenants.”

The partnership between Maryhill Housing Association and RBS dates back to 2003, reflecting a longstanding collaboration aimed at enhancing housing conditions and community well-being.