North Lanarkshire Council has confirmed a £531.5 million investment strategy designed to transform local authority housing over the next five years. Members of the Housing Committee approved the Capital Investment Plan on Monday. The programme will begin with an initial allocation of £87.9 million for the 2026/27 financial year.

The extensive project focuses on internal and external improvements for tenants. Residents can expect new bathrooms, kitchens and windows, alongside essential heating upgrades and safety works. The council also intends to install ultrafast broadband across its housing stock and continue the demolition of obsolete buildings.

Energy efficiency is a central pillar of the new strategy. More than £254 million will be spent over five years to make homes warmer and cheaper to run. This includes installing triple-glazed windows and new doors. The local authority also plans to expand its solar panel programme and introduce low-carbon heating solutions where possible.

Major estate regeneration will continue in several key areas. These include Motherwell, Wishaw, Coatbridge, Kilsyth and Gowkthrapple. The plan also targets underused lock-up sites for clearance to reduce anti-social behaviour. Additionally, 19 sheltered housing complexes will receive digital warden-call systems and fire safety upgrades.

Stephen Llewellyn, Chief Housing Officer explained: “This investment is about making sure our tenants have homes they can feel proud of homes that are warm, safe and ready for the future. We know people are concerned about rising energy costs and reliability, and this plan puts real focus on improving heating, insulation and renewable energy. But it’s not just about bricks and mortar. It’s about improving everyday life. Whether that’s modernising sheltered housing, upgrading safety systems or regenerating estates, it is aimed at strengthening communities and supporting the people who live in them.”

Councillor Michael McPake, Convener of Housing, described the programme as one of the largest of its kind in Scotland. He stated that the council remains committed to providing high-quality homes.

“Our priority is to delivering quality homes for our tenants. This is one of the largest housing investment programmes of its kind in Scotland and it shows the scale of our commitment to our communities. These improvements will make a real difference. Lower fuel bills, safer buildings, better living spaces and regeneration that lifts whole neighbourhoods. It’s about creating places where people feel secure, confident and proud to call home,” Councillor McPake said.