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Guides for Edinburgh flat buyers

Short summaries of official City of Edinburgh Council guidance, with links to the source pages.

Statutory repair notices: what they are and how to check

What an Edinburgh statutory repair notice is, what being on the council's property enquiry register does and doesn't mean, and how to make the £78 formal enquiry.

Shared repairs in Edinburgh tenements

Who is responsible for common repairs in Edinburgh flats, and the council's free Shared Repairs Service.

Windows and alterations in conservation areas and listed buildings

The City of Edinburgh Council's guidance on replacing windows and making alterations in conservation areas and listed buildings.