Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: For Determination

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: January 15, 2025

Purpose: To consider approval of a statutory consultation on the renewal of Camden’s Additional Houses in Multiple Occupation Licensing Scheme.

Content: The Cabinet RESOLVED –   (i)            THAT the findings of the review into the operation of the current boroughwide additional Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMO) licensing scheme designation, as set out at paragraphs 2.0 to 2.9 and Appendix 1 of the report, be noted, and it be agreed that it is appropriate for the designation to continue until its expiry on 8 December 2025 and not be revoked;   (ii)           THAT a formal statutory consultation on a proposed new designation of a boroughwide additional HMO licensing scheme, proposed to take effect on the expiry of the current designation, with most of the same terms as the current additional licensing designation, as set out in paragraph 2.10 of the report, be commenced;   (iii)          THAT authority be delegated to the the Executive Director Supporting Communities to take all necessary steps to put (ii) above into effect.   The Leader RESOLVED –   THAT authority be delegated to the Cabinet Member for Better Homes to make the final decision on the new designation of the additional HMO licensing scheme (to include the setting of any new or revised fees or charges), following the close of the formal consultation.