Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: March 4, 2025

Purpose:

Content: RESOLVED: Cabinet approved the Tenancy Policy as part of the Council’s policy framework and replaces the previous Tenancy Policy in Northampton.   REASONS RESOLVED: 1.     Under the Localism Act 2001 a local housing authority is required to prepare and publish a Tenancy Strategy, which was adopted in October 2024. The Tenancy Policy reflects the Tenancy Strategy and outlines how the Council in its role as a landlord will manage Council homes in line with the with the Tenancy Strategy. The Tenancy Policy also ensures compliance with the Tenancy Standard which is part of the Consumer Standards set by the Regulator of Social Housing. 2.     To support and deliver on the Council’s related strategies including the Tenancy Strategy, Corporate Plan, Housing Strategy and Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy.   ALTERNATIVE OPTIONS: There are no alternative options. A new Tenancy Policy is required to ensure we are meeting our regulatory and statutory requirements.