Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved (subject to call-in)

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: September 4, 2025

Purpose:

Content: The purpose of the report was to review and renew the Civil Penalties Enforcement Policy andthe HMO Amenity Standards policy to take account of legislative changes and new guidance from tribunal decisions.   Councillor Mike Evemy, Leader of the Council, introduced the item. The recommendations were proposed by Councillor Mike Evemy and seconded by Councillor Tristan Wilkinson.   RESOLVED that Cabinet Approved the Policy for Civil Penalties under the Housing and Planning Act 2016 and The Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020. Approved the HMO Amenity Standards Policy. Delegated authority for revisions to the Civil Penalties Policy and the issuing of Civil Penalties to the Business Manager, Environmental, Welfare and Revenue Service, in consultation with the Head of Legal Services.   Voting Record: 7 For, 0 Against, 0 Abstentions. Councillor Andrea Pellegram did not vote having declared an interest.