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Your monthly round up of policy insights and opportunities shaping Scottish real estate Real Estate:Scotland Insights | April 2026

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Published date:
25 May 2026

Welcome to  The Chair's Round-Up

This time of year moves very quickly! 

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Policy Bites  What you need to know this month

A snapshot of the key policy developments affecting Scotland's real estate sector and why they matter for industry.

  • Planning

    Key Issue
    Planning Reform Bill progresses through Parliament.

    Why it Matters
    Could help accelerate housing delivery and improve certainty for developers.

  • Tax

    Key Issue
    LBTT Independent Review continues evidence gathering.

    Why it Matters
    Recommendations could influence transaction costs for residential and commercial property.

  • Housing

    Key Issue
    Concerns remain around NPF4 implementation.

    Why it Matters
    Delays and inconsistent interpretation continue to impact project viability and delivery.

  • Housing

    Key Issue
    Concerns remain around NPF4 implementation.

    Why it Matters
    Delays and inconsistent interpretation continue to impact project viability and delivery.

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