Need to make repairs to your tenement?
POSTED ON August 24, 2025
ORGANISING repairs in an Edinburgh tenement building can be tricky.
Living in a tenement is a unique experience, blending community and character with the complexities of shared responsibility.
In this week’s Build Edinburgh Saturday column, the author tackles a critical issue for tenement homeowners: the urgent need for proactive repairs to maintain these historic buildings. From crumbling stairwells to leaky roofs, neglecting shared maintenance can lead to costly consequences for everyone involved. This piece offers practical insights into why addressing repairs early matters and how homeowners can navigate the challenges of communal property upkeep in places like Edinburgh.
Meanwhile, the Scottish Government is stepping up with initiatives to support owners in managing repairs more effectively. As a homeowner, how do you approach shared maintenance in your tenement?
A great read for homeowners in Edinburgh or anyone navigating communal property upkeep.
Saturday column: Need to make repairs to your Edinburgh tenement? You’ll need an owners’ association
Photo: G Gainey
