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Houses in Multiple Occupation
Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) include shared flats and houses, bed-sits, lodgings, communal accommodation such as student residences and hostels. Properties need a licence if it is the main home of three or more residents and the residents are not members of the same family.
Benefits for older people
Find out what benefits may be available to pensioners and those approaching pension age.
Local roll-out of national 20mph strategy underway
Speed limits are changing on roads in Perth and Kinross during 2025, as part of the local introduction of a new national speed strategy.
Vilo the puppy rescued from tenement destroyed in fire
A chihuahua was rescued from a building destroyed by fire in Perth last month - after surviving for nearly two weeks in the damaged tenement.
Community Asset Transfer
The Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 sets out the rights of communities to have significant influence or control over decisions and services which are most important to them. Part 5 of the Act gives community groups the right to request ownership, lease, or access rights to assets owned by the Council and other public bodies. This is known as Community Asset Transfer (CAT).
Estate-Based Initiatives neighbourhood improvements
The Estate-Based Initiatives project enables us to work with tenants to improve local neighbourhoods.
Buy Back scheme
Perth and Kinross Council are currently inviting Buy Back Scheme applications from owners of ex-council houses, bungalows and flats who are seeking to sell their properties.
Elected Member Briefing - Update on fire at former Balhousie Primary School, 11.30am
Elected Member Briefing Note 2025, No. 76
Annual Assurance Statement confirms Housing Services continue to perform well
Perth and Kinross Council's Housing Service is set to publish its Annual Assurance Statement, confirming to tenants that it is meeting national regulations and requirements.