Decision Maker: Executive

Outcome: For Determination

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: December 16, 2025

Purpose: To seek recommendation to Council to approve the 2026-27 Budget and MTFP

Content: RESOLVED   KEY DECISION   That the Executive:   a.             Noted the draft 2026/27 Housing Revenue Account Budgets as set out in Appendix A, which will be consulted upon with Tenants, which includes:   i)          an increase in dwelling rents for 2026/27 of 4.8% which adheres to the Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government (MHCLG) rent setting formula.   b.             Noted the draft Housing Revenue Account Medium Term Financial Plan  for 2027/28 to 2030/31 as set out in Appendix B.   c. Noted the forecast reserves for the Housing Revenue Account up to 2030/31 as set out in Appendix C.     Reason for Recommendations: To ensure that the Council complies with its Constitution in setting the budget for North Northamptonshire.   Alternative Options Considered: This is the start of the formal budget consultation for the HRA and any comments from the consultation will be considered as part of this process.