The position with regard to eligibility for Grant has changed significantly since the introduction of the Housing (Scotland) Act 2006 on 01/04/2010. In the past, Grant was mandatory where the Council served a Stautory Notice, however, this is no longer the case and when a Notice is served  Grant will only now be considered where it is deemed necessary to meet the requirements of the Council's strategic objectives and priorities.

Also, it is important to note that the Council currently charges a fee for administrative and professional services and the cost of any outlays required as a result of our involvement in works that are necessary in terms of S35/S36/S49/S50 of the Houisng (Scotalnd) Act 2006. 

For further information on the Council's current policy in relation to both the level of fees charged and the availability of Grant then please visit -

• Private Sector Grants

Money Advice

If required, general money advice can be provided by Accounts Section staff, with a view to assisting owners/occupiers in deciding the best way to finance payment of their share of the cost of the works. If, however, any owner/occupier is experiencing wider difficulties because there are a number of other debts on top of the S35, S36, S49, S50 or S108 debt that is owed to the Council, then it may also be advisable to consider contacting a money advice centre. The staff there can advise on how to claim any benefit entitlements, as well as arranging agreements with creditors to repay the various debts at acceptable payment levels.

You may also contact GAIN (Glasgow Advice and Information Network) which is a network of agencies that give free, confidential and impartial debt advice. It includes voluntary agencies, citizens advice bureaux, legal, housing and independent money advice agencies.

In addition, useful advice can also be found at:-

• The Scottish Government - who have produced leaflets entitled "Dealing with Debt: Finding Your Feet". An online version of these leaflets can be viewed at the Scottish Government  website (link will open in a new window)

• National Debtline - which is a national telephone helpline for people with debt problems in Scotland, England and Wales. The specialist advice they give you over the telephone is backed up with written self-help materials which they can send out to you for free. Their free phone number is 0808 808 4000. They also provide a large number of fact sheets and a self help pack available to download from the National Debtline  website (this link will open in new window)

Recovery of Accounts

Accounts Section staff will pursue recovery of the sums being re-charged to the owners/occupiers, through to either the payment of the account or to the point where the debt has been secured by the Council.

The Section 108 legal process normally takes the form of Court Action in respect of commercial premises or the recording of a Charging Order against the Title in respect of domestic property.

The legal process in respect of S35, S36, S49 and S50 Accounts will normally take the form of Court Action in respect of commercial premises or the recording of a Repayment Charge against the Title in respect of domestic property.