City of Edinburgh Local Housing Strategy 2025-2030

The City of Edinburgh Local Housing Strategy 2025‑2030 is a policy document produced by the City of Edinburgh Council. Authored by Lezley Marion Cameron, the strategy outlines the council’s vision for housing over the next five years, with a particular focus on supporting housing co‑operatives and exploring new funding avenues for them.

A central element of the strategy is the identification and promotion of existing housing co‑operatives in Edinburgh. The document commits the council to investigate additional funding mechanisms to enable the creation of new co‑operatives, aiming to diversify the housing sector and increase resident‑led options.

The strategy embeds sustainability within its housing agenda, setting targets for energy‑efficient retrofits, the integration of renewable energy sources in new developments, and the reduction of carbon emissions across the housing stock. It aligns with wider UK and European climate objectives, emphasizing resilient, low‑carbon neighbourhoods.

• Year 2025‑2030: the planning horizon for all outlined actions.
• Focus on expanding co‑operative housing provision, though exact numbers are not specified.
• Commitment to assess and allocate funding for new co‑operative projects.
• Emphasis on meeting national sustainability standards for new builds and refurbishments.

The strategy was developed through consultation with local residents, housing providers, and community organisations. It reflects the council’s policy of involving stakeholders in shaping housing provision, ensuring that community needs are central to planning decisions.

The document details a structured implementation plan, including monitoring mechanisms and periodic reviews. It references a refresh cycle slated for the fourth quarter of 2026, indicating the council’s intention to keep the strategy up‑to‑date with emerging challenges and opportunities.

By 2030, the council aims to increase the proportion of sustainable, resident‑led housing, improve energy performance across the city’s homes, and foster a more diverse housing market that includes robust co‑operative models. These outcomes are intended to contribute to broader social and environmental goals across Europe.