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Glasgow City Council, GB opens overlooked lots to prospective homeowners with self build pilot

Glasgow City Council, GB Self Build Pilot Overlooked Lots

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Six council-owned lots in Maryhill Locks were allocated for the pilot. Glasgow maintains a self-build registry for homeowners or community groups interested in building on available lots. Participants build their own homes, coordinate construction with sub-contractors, or coordinate with neighbors for collective self-building projects. The program expands housing options in rural and suburban areas without relying on large-scale development projects.

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Glasgow City Council, GB

Unitary authority in Scotland

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United Kingdom

Links

Self Build - Glasgow City Council

Self Build Portal – Part of NaCSBA – National Custom & Self Build Association

Self Build Portal – Self Build Portal Copy

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Project Succeeded

Glasgow City Council was recognized as the Best Council for Self or Custom Builds at the 2020 Build It Awards. The self-build registry attracted 300 interested parties for the pilot. City officials plan self-build opportunities for four additional lots in 2021.

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