Four long-term empty homes in Glasgow which are a “blight” on their communities will be taken over by the council.
Councillors have agreed to pursue compulsory purchase orders [CPO] for the properties, one of which has been vacant for over 15 years, in the south of the city.
They will be handed over to housing associations which will bring them back into use as affordable housing. Owners will be given the chance to sell voluntarily before the CPOs are completed and are entitled to seek compensation for the loss of their property.
