Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: February 9, 2026

Purpose: This policy sets out the terms of statutory tenancy successions and the Council’s policy on discretionary tenancy successions. It also covers the circumstances under which tenancies may be assigned (transferred) during the lifetime of the tenancy. The policy relates exclusively to our social housing tenants, not including those on introductory tenancies

Content: (1)        That the Cabinet agreed the Housing Tenancy Succession and Assignment Policy at Appendix 1 to this report.   (2)        That the Cabinet agreed the Housing Tenancy Succession and Assignment Policy shall be reviewed every 5 years by the Portfolio Holder with responsibility for Housing and referred to Cabinet for a decision if substantial changes were needed.   (3)        That the Cabinet agreed to delegate authority for the Housing Director to agree minor changes with the Portfolio Holder with responsibility for Housing.