Nether Davah House, Inverurie

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Nether Davah House is located in Inverurie on Golf Crescent. The scheme contains 13 Sheltered Housing flats, all on the same level. There are 48 cottages around the scheme, which are not being considered for closure.

Occupancy rates at the main block of the scheme averaged 97.4% over 10 years, and has consistently been at this level. We have a significant number of Sheltered Housing units in Inverurie (212 properties), but this has not translated into challenges in letting properties at the scheme.

Nether Davah House has a negative Net Present Value of around -£1.3 million, driven by the cost of future investment required here. This means that the scheme will require subsidy from other housing tenants to maintain in future.

Nether Davah House is located in a residential area some way from the centre of Inverurie. Inverurie offers a range facilities for tenants, including GP and pharmacy services and a variety of shops and other amenities. The scheme is located near to bus stops, with public transport links available via both train and bus to other settlements.

The main driver for considering the scheme for closure is the cost of investment required at the main block, which will require subsidy from other council tenants.

Nether Davah House is located in Inverurie on Golf Crescent. The scheme contains 13 Sheltered Housing flats, all on the same level. There are 48 cottages around the scheme, which are not being considered for closure.

Occupancy rates at the main block of the scheme averaged 97.4% over 10 years, and has consistently been at this level. We have a significant number of Sheltered Housing units in Inverurie (212 properties), but this has not translated into challenges in letting properties at the scheme.

Nether Davah House has a negative Net Present Value of around -£1.3 million, driven by the cost of future investment required here. This means that the scheme will require subsidy from other housing tenants to maintain in future.

Nether Davah House is located in a residential area some way from the centre of Inverurie. Inverurie offers a range facilities for tenants, including GP and pharmacy services and a variety of shops and other amenities. The scheme is located near to bus stops, with public transport links available via both train and bus to other settlements.

The main driver for considering the scheme for closure is the cost of investment required at the main block, which will require subsidy from other council tenants.

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    How can you invest in housing stock and spend a vast amount of money, while saying Nether Davah Complex not worth spending on the upgrade. Where are future persons requiring this type of accommodation being housed. Is this another paper exercise with these issues about so many complexes at risk already decided.

    Nether Davah Complex asked 11 days ago

    Why Some Schemes Are Prioritised for Investment

    As a social landlord, Aberdeenshire Council has a duty to ensure that limited Housing Revenue Account (HRA) funds are invested where they will have the greatest long-term benefit for tenants and communities. This means carefully assessing each housing scheme based on:

    • Building condition and upgrade costs
    • Current and projected demand
    • Accessibility and suitability for modern needs
    • Location and access to services

    In the case of Nether Davah, the assessment indicated that the cost of bringing the building up to modern standards—including accessibility, energy efficiency, and safety—would be disproportionately high compared to its long-term viability and demand. This does not mean the building has no value, but rather that the investment required may not deliver the best outcome for future tenants.

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    Is it planned to sell off the ground for the main building along with the Gordon House land?

    Surgeon asked 6 days ago

    There is no plan for the future of the scheme because the decision to close has not been made yet. The site is currently part of a wider review of 17 sheltered housing schemes across Aberdeenshire, which is being carried out to assess long-term sustainability, condition, and suitability for current and future needs. 

    1. Legal and Financial Framework

    • The HRA is a ring-fenced account, meaning all income (mainly from tenant rents) and expenditure related to council housing must stay within the HRA.
    • If a property is sold, the proceeds must be used for housing purposes—they cannot be transferred to fund general council services.
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