Portsmouth runs an empty-home scheme for landlords and owner-occupiers bringing long-term empty properties back into use. Each scheme below links to the council's own page where you can verify eligibility and apply.
Owners of residential property in Portsmouth empty for 12 months or longer. Funds essential renovation and repair so the property can be occupied by the owner, let on the open market, or let through an affordable rent scheme.
Empty Homes Loan: up to £35,000 for essential renovation and repair of residential properties empty 12+ months. Property must be either reoccupied by the owner or let through the open market or an affordable rent scheme.