100 people want to move to Ulva

More than 100 people have expressed an interest in moving to Ulva since the buyout of the island.

 

June 21 2018 was an historical date for the isle of Ulva, the subject of a successful community buyout after the private owner placed the island on the market.

 

The community of Ulva, represented by the North West Mull Community Woodland Company Limited (NWMCWC), secured funds from the Scottish Land Fund, the Macquarie Group and crowdfunding to allow them to buy the island.

 

The community buyout attracted media attention from all corners of the world which resulted in the community receiving more than 100 expressions of interest to move to the island.

 

One of the first priorities for the community is a plan to renovate six existing homes to provide quality homes for the current two households and four for newcomers. This will support the community’s aspiration to regenerate Ulva and grow the population.

 

New residents and businesses are required to enable the population to grow.

 

The renovation of the existing houses presents a strong starting point as individuals or businesses skilled in construction may have immediate employment opportunities to live and work on the island. Similar positions may also exist for those experienced in forestry to manage and maintain  land on Ulva and north west Mull.

 

Highlands Small Communities Housing Trust (HSCHT) was appointed by NWMCWC to run a survey allowing individuals, families and businesses who wish to relocate to Ulva a chance to express their interest.

 

The survey highlights the opportunities on Ulva and the skills and experience the community is looking for to become sustainable. Anyone with an interest in relocating to Ulva is encouraged to complete the survey and register their interest.

 

The survey can be accessed via HSCHT or NWMCWC’s websites, Facebook and Twitter.