Ending of 10-Year Fixed Term Tenancies

July 13, 2026 Cabinet (Cabinet collective) Key decision Approved View on council website
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Purpose

Report for the ending of 10 year fixed term tenancies within the Councils HRA stock.

Decision

(1)        That the Cabinet approved the discontinuation of 10-year fixed-term tenancies for all new general-needs lettings.

(2)        That the Cabinet approved the transition of existing fixed-term tenants to secure lifetime tenancies at their next review point.

(3)        That the Cabinet delegated authority to the Service Director of Housing & Property Services to update procedures and policy documentation accordingly.

Related Meeting

Cabinet - Monday, 13 July 2026 - 7.00 pm on July 13, 2026

Supporting Documents

Ending of 10-Year Fixed Term Tenancies.pdf
Appendix 3 Implementation Communication Plan.pdf
Appendix 1 Summary of Review Data.pdf
Appendix 2 Revised Tenancy Policy Change Draft.pdf

Details

ReferenceCall-ins0
OutcomeRecommendations Approved
Decision date13 Jul 2026
Effective from25 Jul 2026
Expected date13 Jul 2026
Originally due13 Jul 2026
Lead officerChristopher Walsh
Subject to call-inYes