Decision Maker: Executive

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: June 17, 2025

Purpose: To present the final housing strategy for formal Executive approval, following public consultation

Content: RESOLVED   KEY DECISION   That the Executive:   a)    Approved the North Northamptonshire Housing Strategy 2025-2030 as set out at Appendix A.   b)    Delegated to the Executive Director Adults, Health Partnerships and Housing in consultation with the Leader of the Council to progress with the strategy and the objectives as set out in the Strategy Delivery Plan.   Reasons for Recommendations: To ensure that North Northamptonshire Council has a clear strategy and delivery plan to support residents and meet changing housing needs and the local and national increase in housing demand.   Alternative Options Considered –   ·       Option 1 (not recommended): Continue “as-is” without the strategic framework of a housing strategy for North Northamptonshire Council. This is not recommended as a local authority we have a unique opportunity to shape housing sustainability across the county.  Changing regulation and demand requires a new and enhanced focus on housing and housing delivery. Developing and delivering against core strategies is an important part of ensuring that council services and provision remain relevant and support our residents to lead the best lives possible. ·       Option 2 (recommended): Approve the final Housing Strategy and Delivery Plan (as set out in Appendix A) that has been developed following extensive engagement and co-production. This is the recommended option and is based on best practice approaches, utilising co-production as part of the development of the draft strategy.