Decision

Welsh Housing Quality Standards (WHQS 2 2023) and Housing Disrepair (HDR) update

Decision Maker: Community & Housing Overview & Scrutiny Committee

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: January 15, 2025

Purpose: To provide an update on the WHQS, including information on the Voids Lettable Standards and disrepair costs.

Content: (a)       That the Committee support the capital investment programme in the next phase of delivery as it moves towards complying with the new updated Welsh Housing Quality Standards and requirements; and   (b)       That the Committee support the Housing Assets service to continue to manage the Housing Disrepair (HDR) protocol on behalf of the Council, ensuring the obligations placed upon the Council are met.