Multi-storey refurbishment works

The programme represents a significant investment, but the work is necessary to extend the life expectancy of the buildings and ensure they can continue to provide homes to local residents for years to come.

The programme will see significant works carried out to the interiors of communal areas and exteriors of the blocks at Pomarium, Market, Milne, Lickley, and Potterhill. This will enhance the interior communal areas of the blocks and transform how the blocks look on the outside. Planned work includes upgrading external wall insulation, roof coverings, balconies, handrails, walkways, balustrades, passenger lifts, and fire safety measures.

We plan to carry out the programme of works through a phased approach starting with Blocks 7 to 51, and 52 to 95 Pomarium Street, followed by Lickley, Milne and Market Courts and Potterhill as the final block.

Refurbishment measures and benefits

The aim of the works is to make these homes safer and more comfortable to live in by:

• significantly reducing energy demand
• improving ventilation to reduce the build-up of moisture, damp and mould
• improving fire safety
• making homes easier to heat
• reducing carbon emissions
• reducing energy consumption
• extending the life expectancy of the blocks
• improved internal and external visual appearance

The works also aim to bring all six blocks up to a standard known as Energy Efficiency Standard for Social Housing (EESSH2). This is the minimum energy efficiency standard for social housing and are targets set by the Scottish Government in the move to more energy efficient homes.

7 to 51 Pomarium Street (Phase 1)

Refurbishment measures and benefits

In 2019, Perth and Kinross Council commissioned Structural Surveys, along with Lift and Condition Surveys, to determine the potential lifespan of the blocks. These reports highlighted that there were elements that were reaching the end of their lifespan and required upgrading or replacement.

The works that are deemed essential and planned for this year are:

• roof replacement
• external wall insulation (EWI) replacement
• upgrading of walkways
• upgrading of balconies
• upgrading of the lifts

As outlined in a recent newsletter, the focus of this project includes:

• modernisation and safety upgrades
• energy efficiency investment
• enhancements to the appearance of the blocks

The programme of works will enhance the overall look, feel of the buildings, and reduce the amount of energy required to heat your property. These measures will also ensure that the lifespan of the building's lifespan is extended in line with the recommendations in the 2019 structural reports.

We are keeping residents updated via newsletters and engagement events. We will also keep this webpage up to date with the latest information.

The programme of works is:

• feasibility: 31 July 2023 to 20 February 2025
• resident and stakeholder engagement: 16 December 2024 to 30 May 2025
• pre-construction: 2 December 2024 to 6 July 2025
• construction phase: mid-to-late July 2025 to 15 May 2026

We have issued updates via Multi-Storey Newsletters each quarter since 2019. Unfortunately, due to the global pandemic, the programme of works had been delayed outwith the control of Perth and Kinross Council, however we are committed and working with our construction partner AC Whyte to programme and carry out the works to all blocks with completion of all by 2027.

Past events for Council tenants, residents and private homeowners/landlords:

• Introductory resident notification: 16 December 2024
• Reminder resident notification: 6 January 2025
• Public engagement event number 1: 16 January 2025
• Consultation and private owner/landlord notification: 28 February 2025
• Door-to-door consultations (private owners): 10 March 2025
• Public engagement number 2: 19 March 2025
• Homeowner survey letters: 28 March 2025
• Housing Revenue Account - funding proposal survey letters to all six blocks: 17 April 2025
• Housing Revenue Account - all Council tenant drop-in engagement session: 24 April 2025
• 1-2-1 pre-works surveys/technical surveys: 31 March 2025 to 25 April 2025
• Second attempts: 25 April 2025 to 6 May 2025
• Housing Revenue Account Monitoring Group meeting with Tenant Committee: 30 April 2025
• Housing Revenue Account funding proposal survey results: 9 May 2025 (70% Yes, 30% No)
• A C Whyte technical surveys: 22 May 2025

Next steps

• Application to Scottish Government for private owner grant funding (HEEPS ABS 2025/26): May 2025
• Private owner funding options update: 26 May 2025 to 9 June 2025
• Costs and final options for private owners and landlords: 9 June 2025 to 11 June 2025
• Response to confirm option and individual appointments: 11 June 2025 to 4 July 2025
• Council tenant surveys: 16 and 17 June 2025  
• Confirmation of Scottish Government funding (HEEPS ABS 2025/26): expected in July 2025
• Construction notifications: July 2025

Owners of flats in these blocks are responsible for paying their share towards repairs, maintenance, improvement, upgrading and replacement of common parts of the blocks.

This includes:

• external walls
• roof
• lifts
• decoration to communal areas
• walkways
• services
• communal fire doors

We will be in touch at the start of Phase One for your block with information about how the works will affect you and what you need to do.

The Council represents Council-owned flats in the blocks and funds their share of the costs.

52 to 95 Pomarium Street (Phase 1)

Refurbishment measures and benefits

In 2019 Perth and Kinross Council commissioned Structural Surveys, along with Lift and Condition Surveys, to determine the potential lifespan of the blocks. These reports highlighted that there were elements that were reaching the end of their lifespan and required upgrading or replacement.

The works that are deemed essential and planned for this year are:

• roof replacement
• external wall insulation (EWI) replacement
• infill of landings
• upgrading of balconies
• upgrading of the lifts

As outlined in a recent newsletter, the focus of this project includes:

• modernisation and safety upgrades
• energy efficiency investment
• aesthetic enhancements

The programme of works aims to enhance the overall look and feel of the buildings and reduce the amount of energy required to heat your property. These measures will also ensure that the buildings lifespan is extended in line with the recommendations in the 2019 structural reports.

We are keeping residents updated via newsletters and engagement events. We will also keep this webpage up to date with the latest information. The programme of works is:

• feasibility: 31 July 2023 to 20 February 2025
• resident and stakeholder engagement: 16 December 2024 to 30 May 2025
• pre-construction: 2 December 2024 to 6 July 2025
• construction phase: 4 August 2025 to 20 April 2026

We have issued updates via newsletters each quarter since 2019. Unfortunately, due to the global pandemic, the programme of works had been delayed outwith the control of Perth and Kinross Council, however we are committed and working with our construction partner A C Whyte to programme and carry out the works to all blocks with completion of all by 2027.

Past events for residents and private home owners/landlords:

• Introductory resident notification: 16 December 2024
• Reminder resident notification: 6 January 2025
• Public engagement event number 1: 16 January 2025
• Consultation and private owner/landlord notification: 28 February 2025
• Door-to-door consultations (private owners): 10 March 2025
• Public engagement number 2: 19 March 2025
• Homeowner survey letters: 28 March 2025
• Housing Revenue Account - funding proposal survey letters to all six blocks: 17 April 2025
• Housing Revenue Account - all Council tenant drop-in engagement session: 24 April 2025
• 1-2-1 pre-works surveys/technical surveys: 31 March 2025 to 25 April 2025
• Second attempts: 25 April 2025 to 6 May 2025
• Housing Revenue Account Monitoring Group Meeting with Tenant Committee: 30 April 2025
• Housing Revenue Account funding proposal survey results: 9 May 2025 (70% Yes, 30% No)

Next steps

• Application to Scottish Government for private owner grant funding (HEEPS ABS 2025/26): May 2025
• A C Whyte technical surveys: 29 May 2025
• Private owner funding options update: 26 May 2025 to 9 June 2025
• Costs and final options for private owners and landlords: 9 June 2025 to 11 June 2025
• Council tenant surveys: 23 and 24 June 2025
• Response to confirm option and individual appointments: 11 June 2025 to 4 July 2025
• Confirmation of Scottish Government funding (HEEPS ABS 2025/26): expected in July 2025
• Construction notifications: July 2025

Owners of flats in these blocks are responsible for paying their share towards repairs, maintenance, improvement, upgrading and replacement of common parts of the blocks.

This includes:

• external walls
• roof
• lifts
• decoration to communal areas
• walkways
• services
• communal fire doors

We will be in touch at the start of Phase One for your block with information about how the works will affect you and what you need to do.

The Council represents Council-owned flats in the blocks and funds their share of the costs.

1 to 35 Lickley Court (Phase 2)

Refurbishment measures and benefits

In 2019, Perth and Kinross Council commissioned Structural Surveys, along with Lift and Condition Surveys, to determine the potential lifespan of the blocks. These reports highlighted that there were elements that were reaching the end of their lifespan and required upgrading or replacement.

The works that are deemed essential and planned for this year are:

• replacement of lifts
• fire safety upgrades (internal communal doors)
• aesthetic enhancements to internal areas

The remaining essential works will be planned for 2026 and are:

• external wall insulation
• roof replacement

This programme of works will enhance the overall look and feel of the buildings and reduce the amount of energy required to heat your property. These measures will also ensure that the lifespan of the building is extended in line with the recommendations in the 2019 structural reports.

We are keeping residents updated via newsletters and engagement events. We will also keep this webpage up to date with the latest information.

The programme of works for this initial phase of work is:

• design and manufacture of new lifts: June 2025 to October 2025
• installation and construction works: October to January 2026

We have issued updates through Multi-Storeys Newsletters each Quarter since 2019. Unfortunately, due to the global pandemic, the programme of works had been delayed outwith the control of Perth and Kinross Council, however we are committed and working with our construction partner A C Whyte to programme and carry out the works to all blocks with completion of all by 2027.

Past events for Council tenants, residents and private homeowners/landlords:

• Housing Revenue Account - funding proposal survey letters to all six blocks: 17 April 2025
• Housing Revenue Account - all Council tenant drop-in engagement session: 24 April 2025
• Housing Revenue Account Monitoring Group meeting with Tenant Committee: 30 April 2025
• Housing Revenue Account funding proposal survey concluded on 9 May 2025; the survey results showed that 70% of those who responded to the survey indicated that they were in agreement with the funding proposal, and 30% responded indicating that they were not in agreement.

Next steps

• Public engagement event number 1: 17 June 2025, to be held in the Sandeman Room at AK Bell Library, Perth
• Door-to-door consultations (private owners): July to August 2025
• Costs and options for private owners and landlords: August to September 2025
• Council tenant surveys: August 2025 to September 2025
• Construction notifications: September to October 2025

Owners of flats in these blocks are responsible for paying their share towards repairs, maintenance, improvement, upgrading and replacement of common parts of the blocks.

This includes:

• external walls
• roof
• lifts
• decoration to communal areas
• services
• communal fire doors

We will be in touch at the start of Phase Two of the Refurbishment Programme with information about how the works will affect you and what you need to do.

The Council represents Council-owned flats in the blocks and funds their share of the costs.