Question reference: S6W-09470
- Asked by: Jackie Dunbar, MSP for Aberdeen Donside, Scottish National Party
- Date lodged: 29 June 2022
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Current status: Answered by Tom Arthur on 15 July 2022
Question
To ask the Scottish Government what recent discussions it has had with Aberdeen City Council regarding vacant, derelict and abandoned buildings and land in the (a) council area and (b) Aberdeen Donside constituency.
Answer
Scottish Government officials regularly engage with Aberdeen City Council on a wide range of issues which can include vacant, derelict and abandoned buildings and land.
We understand that vacant and derelict land has a detrimental impact on communities however we also recognise that reusing our land and property assets can have many benefits from supporting regeneration, creating jobs and contributing to our efforts against climate change.
The £50m low carbon Vacant and Derelict Land Investment Programme (VDLIP) complements our existing investment in support of place based regeneration across Scotland, including the Place Based Investment Programme. We are keen for Aberdeen City Council to work with its communities and other partners to develop suitable project proposals and apply to the VDLIP. Officials would be happy to discuss any potential projects.