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Cabinet received a report on the
Council’s Recharge policy which usually related to
circumstances where the Council needed to perform duties or
possibly take action due to residents’ actions or perhaps
inaction.
 
The report outlined a range of circumstances
in which the recharges would apply while recognising that
discretion might be exercised in cases where vulnerabilities,
exceptional circumstances such as domestic abuse, or financial
hardship was identified.
 
It was noted that before the policy was
adopted, the Council would consult with tenants and provide
accessible guidance to help residents understand when recharges
might be applied and how they could be avoided, ensuring a fair and
consistent approach for all.
 
It was RESOLVED:
 
1            
That the adoption of the draft Recharge Policy 2025-2027 (Appendix
A), be approved subject to consultation with tenants and
leaseholders;
2            
That the relevant Strategic Director, after consultation with the
relevant Portfolio Holder, be given delegated authority to make
minor updates and changes to this policy.