How quickly can accommodation be arranged in Edinburgh?

Emergency accommodation in Edinburgh can typically be sourced within hours. For planned decants, accommodation is arranged in advance to align with works schedules.

What types of accommodation are available in Edinburgh?

Options in Edinburgh include hotels, serviced apartments, extended stay accommodation and furnished rental properties. The type depends on household needs and expected duration.

Can you support multiple households in Edinburgh?

Yes. We coordinate accommodation for multiple households simultaneously in Edinburgh and surrounding areas during large-scale decant programmes.

Edinburgh · Flood Displacement

Flood Displacement Accommodation in Edinburgh

We support housing associations requiring temporary accommodation for residents in Edinburgh and the wider Central Scotland area affected by flood displacement.

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Flood Displacement in Edinburgh

Flooding from rivers, surface water or escape of water can make housing association properties uninhabitable, requiring temporary accommodation while drying and repairs take place.

Edinburgh's historic housing stock, including listed buildings and traditional tenements, can present unique challenges when incidents occur. Accommodation sourcing must account for the city's high visitor demand and seasonal availability.

Temporary Accommodation During Flood Displacement

Flood-affected properties require extensive drying before repairs can begin. This process can take months, during which residents need stable temporary accommodation. Housing associations must coordinate accommodation while managing the repair programme.

Key Challenges

Flooding often affects multiple properties simultaneously, creating high demand for temporary accommodation in the affected area. Properties may need 3-6 months of drying before any repair work can begin.

Typical duration: 3 to 12+ months including drying period

The Typical Process

Flood waters recede or water leak is contained

Property assessed for damage and contamination

Industrial drying equipment installed

Temporary accommodation arranged for displaced residents

Repair and restoration works commence once property is dry

Residents return after works are completed

Who We Support in Edinburgh

Asset Management Teams

Managing works programmes requiring resident relocation.

Resident Services Teams

Supporting tenants during temporary relocation periods.

Building Safety Teams

Managing safety works and remediation programmes.

Repairs & Maintenance Teams

Coordinating accommodation during repair works.

Accommodation Options in Edinburgh

Hotels — Immediate availability for emergency short-term stays.

Serviced Apartments — Self-contained accommodation with kitchen facilities for families.

Extended Stay Accommodation — Purpose-built for stays of several weeks or months.

Furnished Rental Properties — Residential properties for longer-term planned decants.