Decision Maker: The Executive

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: December 10, 2024

Purpose:

Content: It was resolved to approve the following –   ·                The rent increase of 2.7% on all general rent units in line with the Welsh Government rent policy on collection over 51 weeks. ·                An increase of £1.00 per week for the rent of all garages. ·                That the service charges costs as noted in section 6.3 of the report be applied to all tenants who receive the relevant services. ·                The administration of the Rent Support Scheme – a local scheme to support tenants who are in financial difficulty. ·                That a letter be written to Welsh Government stating that the increase in rents is insufficient to enable the HRA to finance the increased costs as a result of additional employer NI contributions following the Budget announcement, WHQS2023 standards and building cost inflation.