Dundee Sees Major Investment in Student Housing by ATK Property Group Sep 14, 2023 In a significant multi-million-pound deal, Perthshire’s ATK Property Group has acquired student housing in Dundee’s Keiller Court. Addressing the longstanding concern of limited student housing in Dundee, ATK Property Group has expanded its portfolio with the acquisition of Keiller Court, boasting 125 beds on Blinshall Street. The student property provides residents with amenities such as […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Unite Students Announces £95m Glasgow Development Amid Student Housing Shortage Sep 13, 2023 Unite Students, the UK’s premier student accommodation developer, has unveiled plans for a significant expansion in Glasgow. The company disclosed an option agreement to purchase a central Glasgow site for an 800-bed development, contingent on planning approval. This move is a strategic response to Glasgow’s pressing student housing deficit. The city, a hub for three […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Octopus Real Estate provides loan for residential development in North Berwick, Scotland Sep 12, 2023 Octopus Real Estate, part of Octopus Investments and a leading UK specialist real estate lender and investor, has provided a loan of £6.4m to finance the ground-up development of 14 new homes in North Berwick, Scotland. The loan provided to family-run MNM Developments will finance the delivery of Castlemains, a new residential development in the […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Leith’s Waterfront Sees Major Redevelopment with £100 Million Ocean Point Project Sep 12, 2023 Leith’s waterfront is set to witness a significant transformation as property developer S Harrison Developments submits a planning application for a residential-led development at Ocean Point 2, valued at approximately £100 million. This initiative is a testament to the ongoing revitalization of the Waterfront area. The proposed development, adjacent to Ocean Point 1, will rejuvenate […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
East Kilbride’s Urban Transformation: A Strategic Opportunity for Developers Sep 11, 2023 South Lanarkshire Council has unveiled ambitious plans to overhaul more than a third of East Kilbride’s town centre. The proposal, driven by the changing retail landscape, seeks to replace the now-vacant department stores with residential units and open-air public spaces, marking a 40% reduction in the retail footprint. This initiative comes in the wake of […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Church of Scotland churches could go up for sale Sep 8, 2023 The Church of Scotland is undergoing a comprehensive review of its property portfolio, prompted by financial challenges and a decline in congregations. This review has identified several churches across Sutherland for potential sale, highlighting the inherent value in these historic properties. Among the churches earmarked for sale is St Callan’s in Rogart, a category B […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Edinburgh Welcomes Development Opportunities with New Flat Proposals Sep 7, 2023 Edinburgh is set to witness a transformative urban rejuvenation as plans are rolled out for the construction of new residential flats. These flats are strategically aimed at replacing the long-abandoned industrial yards and garages that currently occupy a prime location adjacent to the city’s bustling Gorgie Road. The detailed proposal envisions the transformation of these […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Sibling of Asda-Owning Billionaires, Acquires Iconic John Lewis Building in Aberdeen Sep 6, 2023 The iconic Norco House building, formerly known as the John Lewis building, has been acquired by millionaire property developer Zakir Issa for a sum of £270,000. Zakir Issa, a sibling of the billionaire Issa brothers who own the supermarket giant Asda, has shown a keen interest in Aberdeen’s property landscape. The Norco House building, situated […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Prime Development Opportunity Emerges in Middlefield, Aberdeen Sep 6, 2023 A prime development opportunity has arisen in the heart of Middlefield, Aberdeen, as the city council prioritizes the area for community regeneration. Middlefield, a significant neighborhood for Aberdeen City Council and Community Planning Aberdeen, is undergoing extensive community engagement and developments. The locality has crafted a 10-year plan in collaboration with the community and community […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
Building Boom Expected in Dumfries and Galloway Following New Property Strategy Sep 6, 2023 Recent developments suggest that Dumfries and Galloway could be on the brink of a significant construction boom, following the council’s decision to focus on rejuvenating vacant and derelict land. The council’s recent deliberations on the Vacant and Derelict Land and Property Strategy (VDLPS) have sparked significant interest among property developers and investors. The strategy, which […] Posted by: Mya Driver Read more
