Purpose

To seek Executive approval for the Draft Fareham Housing Policy to go forward for a period of public consultation.

The report details the contents of the Fareham Housing Tenancy Policy.  The policy sets out how Fareham Borough Council will manage its housing tenancies in a fair, transparent and proportionate way.  It provides clarity for tenants and staff on the types of tenancies the Council offers, the rights and responsibilities that apply, and the standards the Council will follow when managing tenancies throughout their lifecycle.  It sits under the Tenancy Strategy as a detailed process guide, providing further information on the Priorities. 

Approval is sought for a six-week period of public consultation, prior to the policy returning to the Executive for formal adoption.

Decision

RESOLVED that the Executive:

(a)  approves the draft Fareham Housing Tenancy Policy to move forward for a period of public consultation; and

(b)  agrees that any minor changes to the Tenancy Policy prior to public consultation are delegated to the Director of Housing and Health following consultation with the Executive Member for Housing.