Decision Details

That Cabinet:

1. Approved all six policies (Appendices A to F) and agrees that these are published on the Council’s website and shared with relevant stakeholders as part of the wider housing service improvement plan.

The policies for approval were 

 1. Recharge Policy

2. Housing Compensation Policy

3. Access Policy 

4. Decant Policy

5. Domestic Abuse Policy

6. Damp and Mould Policy

2. Approved the fees and charges listed in the Recharge Policy and ensures they are added to the ESC Fees and Charges book.

 3. Gave delegated authority to the Head of Housing, in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Housing, to make amendments and update the policies as required in response to changes in legislation, operational feedback, or best practice.

It was recommended that Cabinet:

1. Approve all six policies (Appendices A to F) and agrees that these are 
published on the Council’s website and shared with relevant stakeholders as part of the wider housing service improvement plan.

2. Approves the fees and charges listed in the Recharge Policy and ensure they are added to the ESC Fees and Charges book.

3. Gives delegated authority to the Head of Housing, in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Housing to make amendments and update the policies as required in response to changes in legislation, operational feedback, or best practice.

 Option 1 – Approve the six policies (Recommended): Ensures compliance and addresses identified gaps.

Option 2 – Do not approve the policies: This would leave the Council exposed to compliance risks and operational inconsistencies.

Option 3 - Approve some but not all policies: This would only partially address the identified gaps and may delay full compliance.