Engaging people in retrofit, Resident engagement

Making Retrofit Make Sense for Residents

Introduction

Technical solutions alone do not deliver successful retrofit projects. Residents play a critical role in whether retrofit programmes succeed, yet simply providing information is rarely enough to encourage participation. Successful engagement combines clear information with motivation, trust-building, storytelling, and behavioural insights that help residents understand the personal value of retrofit and feel confident taking action.

Published: 17 July 2026

This guide provides a practical introduction to communicating retrofit with residents. It is designed for housing providers, local authorities, and retrofit practitioners looking to improve resident engagement and participation.

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Readers that would like this document in a more accessible format should contact rise@turntown.co.uk.