Decision

Consideration of the recommendations of the Housing and Planning Scrutiny Select Committee in respect of the Affordable Housing Protocol.

Due regard was given to the views of the Scrutiny Select Committee, the financial and value for money considerations, the legal implications and the assessment of risk.

In recognition of improving housing options for local people whilst protecting outdoor areas of importance, Cllr Betts proposed, Cllr Taylor seconded and Cabinet

RESOLVED:  That

(1)            the revised Affordable Housing Protocol (attached at Annex 1) be adopted; and

(2)            delegated authority be granted to the Director for Planning, Housing and Regulatory Services, in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Housing, Environment and Economy, to finalise and agree the Protocol appendix related to housing needs data once it had been updated.