Consultation to launch on future of eight Aberdeen multi-storey flats

AN ‘extensive’ consultation is set to launch on the future of eight multi-storeys in Aberdeen city centre.

Views will be sought from residents and owners on the quality of Marischal Court, Viriginia Court, Seamount Court, Porthill Court, Greig Court, Hutcheon Court, Thistle Court, and Gilcomstoun Land.

Participants can select one of five proposed options which specify different levels of investment in the blocks. Discussions with residents’ groups during the consultation period will also be held, as well as drop-in sessions where residents and owners can discuss the options with representatives from Aberdeen City Council, The Tenant Participation Advisory Service Scotland (TPAS), and can get assistance to help complete the survey form. 

Aberdeen City Council communities, housing, and public protection committee convener, councillor Miranda Radley, said, “Aberdeen City Council is carrying out a consultation with residents and owners in eight city centre multi-storeys as part of a full options appraisal for the future of the buildings.  

“It is incredibly important for residents and owners to engage with the consultation either at one of the drop-in events or by completing the consultation online, as these are people’s homes and everyone must have their say.”  

The communities, housing, and Public Protection Committee agreed in May 2023 the exercise should be carried out to ensure that the views of residents and owners in these multi-storeys on the economic, social, and environmental impact of the blocks be considered.  

Councillors had noted that the blocks have deteriorated in line with their age and life expectancy, with some of the flats no longer meeting energy performance requirements.