New-Build Homes for Sale in Edinburgh
Land to Homes aims to plan and build new homes for sale, and Edinburgh is one of the areas where you can register interest. There are no listings, reservations or deposits at this stage. If we bring homes to market, people who registered will hear from us, with clear information on the specification, tenure, warranty and any charges before anything is reserved.
Edinburgh · EH1Register your interest
Tell us where you want to live and what you need. Free, no obligation.
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- Free to registerNo fees, no deposit, no obligation
- Hear firstIf homes are released near you
- Affordable homesWith councils and housing associations
- Clear informationTenure, specification and warranty
- UK-wideEngland, Wales, Scotland and NI
Registering for homes in Edinburgh
Our Edinburgh & the Lothians coverage is centred on Edinburgh, postcode district EH1, and reaches 3 other places. Musselburgh is the closest neighbouring place we cover, at about 6 miles, followed by Kirkcaldy and Dunfermline.
People registering interest around Edinburgh can tell us whether they want one- and two-bedroom apartments, accessible and adaptable homes or homes for affordable rent. In Scotland, where Edinburgh sits, planning decisions are made by the council as planning authority (or a national park authority in its area).
Registering for Edinburgh is free and you can ask us to remove your details at any time.
What you get in Edinburgh
Affordable routes signposted
If you need shared ownership or another affordable route, we explain how eligibility works. It is set by councils and housing providers, not by us.
Consumer protection explained
We explain the New Homes Quality Code and the New Homes Ombudsman Service in neutral terms, so you know what protections to look for when buying any new home.
Register interest for free
Tell us your preferred area, budget range, type of home and timing. Registering is free, commits you to nothing and you can ask to be removed at any time.
Information before you commit
Before any home is reserved, buyers should receive the specification, tenure, warranty details and any service or estate charges in writing.
The Scottish system, as it applies in Edinburgh
Scotland's buying process for new homes near Edinburgh runs through missives and settlement, with the title registered in the Land Register of Scotland. There is no Home Report on the first sale of a new home, so ask the developer about the warranty, specification and snagging arrangements. Affordable options include social rent from councils and housing associations and, in some cases, shared equity. Land to Homes invites you to register interest while its plans develop.
In Scotland, purchases are concluded through missives, Land and Buildings Transaction Tax applies, and title is registered with Registers of Scotland. A Home Report is not needed on the first sale of a new home. New homes need a building warrant and an accepted completion certificate, and the New Homes Quality Board framework covers Scotland.
| Who decides applications | The council as planning authority (or a national park authority in its area) |
|---|---|
| In-principle consent | Planning permission in principle (PPP), followed by approval of matters specified in conditions |
| Land transaction tax (paid by the buyer) | Land and Buildings Transaction Tax (LBTT) |
| Developer contributions | Section 75 planning obligations, with Section 69 agreements sometimes used for simple one-off payments |
New-Build Homes for Sale in Edinburgh: questions
What does the New Homes Ombudsman Service do?
It handles complaints from buyers of new homes built by developers registered with the New Homes Quality Board, once the developer's own complaints process has been used. It can direct a registered developer to put things right. Buyers should check whether a developer is registered before reserving, because the service only covers registered developers.
What is a new-build warranty?
It is an insurance-backed policy covering certain defects in a newly built home for a set period after completion. Typically the builder must put right most defects in the early part of the cover, and the warranty provider covers major structural problems later. Most mortgage lenders require a recognised warranty or a professional consultant's certificate before lending on a new home.
Does Land to Homes have any new homes for sale?
Not yet. Land to Homes is a new venture and has no homes, developments or plots for sale or reservation at the moment. You can register interest with the area and type of home you want, and we will contact you if we bring forward homes that match. We never ask for a deposit to register interest.
What should I check before reserving a new-build home?
Check the specification and what is included, the tenure and any lease terms, estate or service charges for roads and open space, the warranty and who provides it, and the reservation terms. Ask whether the developer is registered with the New Homes Quality Board. Instruct your own solicitor early, and visit the site if you can.
Are there new homes available in Edinburgh now?
Not yet. Land to Homes has no homes available in Edinburgh at the moment. You can register your interest for Edinburgh, and we will contact you if we bring homes forward there or nearby.
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