Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: November 18, 2025

Purpose:

Content: The report of the Director of Planning, Housing and Environmental Health sought approval for a Policy which allowed the Borough Council to recharge applicants when its temporary accommodation needed repair due to wilful damage or neglect.   Due regard was given to the financial and value for money considerations, the risk assessment and legal implications detailed in the report.   The introduction of a Recharge Policy was welcomed by Cabinet who were pleased to note that a firm but fair approach would be adopted.  It was also noted that a resident’s vulnerabilities or disabilities would be considered when reviewing whether to apply a recharge.   Whilst the Borough Council had a requirement to ensure value for money and would spend money on legitimate repairs, Cllr Boughton proposed that if a repair was needed because of damage or neglect caused by an applicant living in temporary accommodation the cost should be charged to that applicant. This was seconded by Cllr Betts and Cabinet   RESOLVED:  That   (1)            the new Temporary Accommodation Recharge Policy (attached at Annex 1) be adopted.