Purpose

It was agreed at the December meeting of the Council’s Cabinet that proposed revisions to the Council’s Housing Allocations Policy be approved for consultation with current and prospective tenants, residents and other key stakeholders and that the format and design of the consultation be delegated to the Corporate Director (Operations and Delivery), in consultation with the Portfolio Holder for Housing

Decision

To approve the format and design of the consultation to be carried out with current and prospective tenants, residents and other key stakeholders in relation to revisions to the Housing Allocations Policy and the proposed introduction of flexible tenancies.

Alternative options considered

Option 1 - To undertake this consultation and agree the format and design.
Option 2 - Not to carry out this consultation. However, the Council is required to carry out consultation before making any significant alterations to its Allocations Policy and before making any changes to the management arrangements for its properties.