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Standards
The Association undertakes its 'Developer' role within its geographical area of operation, defined as the area bounded by Aikenhead Road, Dixon Road, Dixon Avenue, Victoria Road and the railway lines to the north of Butterbiggins Road, Glasgow G42.

The type of development activity undertaken is not just primarily to regenerate the physical fabric of the area but also to meet the identified housing needs of the community.

To this end, the Association has been developing projects which provide more family accommodation, allowing such households to remain in the community and reinforce extended family networks.

Whether it be tenement rehabilitation, newbuild housing or converting existing buildings, the quality of the end-product is a prime objective. The Association designs its new accommodation to recognised standards such as 'Housing for Varying Needs' which includes specifications and products that enable all sections of the community, young and old, to live in our houses more easily.

Energy Efficiency and Sustainability have also become key performance targets in the way our houses are produced and eventually used by the people who live in them.

Safety and security is another important aspect of the design process and accreditation is sought from Strathclyde Police's 'Secured by Design'.

The Development function of the Association is monitored and assessed against performance targets and indicators by Communities Scotland, the regulatory body of all registered social landlords. The Association has been awarded a Grade 'A' performance mark for the way it undertakes its development work.