Decision

Cabinet were presented with the updated Rent Setting and Service Charge Policy for 2025–2027, which set out the Council’s approach to rent and service charge setting across its housing stock.

The Portfolio Holder for Housing advised that the policy reflected recent legislative updates and changes to the Rent Standard, and introduced rent flexibility.

It was RESOLVED:

1. That a new Rent Setting and Service Charge Policy 2025-2027 (Appendix A).
   
   
2. That the relevant Strategic Director, after consultation with the relevant Portfolio Holder, be given delegated authority to make minor updates and changes to this policy arising from new legislation.