Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: April 23, 2025

Purpose: Cabinet are requested to approve Crawley Homes' Maintenance and repairs policy in order to comply with Housing Regulation.

Content: RESOLVED That the Cabinet: a)                approves for adoption and subsequent publication the Crawley Homes Maintenance and Repair Policy (Appendix A of report CH/215) b)                delegates authority to the Head of Crawley Homes, in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Housing, to make amendments to these policies as further changes to legislation and statutory guidance are introduced or following a subsequent review.  (Generic Delegation 7 will be used to enact this recommendation). Reasons for the Recommendations To ensure that Crawley Homes complies with legislation relating to the management of residential accommodation. To fulfil regulatory requirements, including the provision of direct information to tenants, ensuring transparency and accountability. To aid staff in making consistent decisions To support the Crawley Homes 30-year business plan. To become custom and practice To ensure that Crawley Homes staff and representatives operate within and understand their responsibilities under the law.