Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: February 4, 2026

Purpose: Decision to vary the rents and services charges of dwellings held in the Housing Revenue Account.

Content: RESOLVED That the Cabinet approves: a)                a rent increase of 4.8% (CPI+1%) increase for social and affordable dwelling rents. b)                an increase in shared ownership and hostel rents by 4.8% (CPI+1%). c)                an increase in service charges as detailed in section 6.4 of report CH/233. Reasons for the Recommendations Approving the proposals set out in 2.2 will enable the Council to maintain a healthy Housing Revenue Account in line with its 30-year plan and maximise income from rents and services provided to its tenants.