Decision Maker: Executive

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: April 24, 2025

Purpose: Council to agree two new strategies.

Content: Decision: Approve the new Housing Strategy 2025-2034 and accompanying action plan, intended to cover the first 12 months of the Strategy. Reason(s): 1.       Although not statutorily required, it is prudent and usual for local housing authorities to have a document outlining their policies and objectives for housing in their area. 2.       Housing strategies provide a framework for policy development, guiding the delivery of housing services and improvements. With the previous strategy now out of date, and an improvement programme for housing services underway, having a new housing strategy is essential to help us continue to improve and deliver improved services for our residents. Other options considered and rejected by the Executive: Defer the strategy for further review and development. Details of any conflict of interest declared by the Leader or lead councillors and any dispensation granted: None.