The Housing Management and Almshouses Sub (Community and Children's Services) Committee is scheduled to convene on Monday 14 September 2026. The meeting's agenda includes a review of the Housing Matters Report, which seeks decisions on the revised Tenancy Agreement, the draft Access to Homes Policy, and the Disposal of Personal Property Policy. Further discussions are planned on housing performance, tenant satisfaction measures, and fire safety status.

Housing Matters Report

A significant portion of the meeting is dedicated to the Housing Matters Report, which requires decisions from the committee. This report includes proposals for the approval of a revised Tenancy Agreement, following a tenant consultation period. The committee will also consider the draft Access to Homes Policy, which has been amended based on resident feedback to improve communication, notice periods, and support for residents with additional needs. Additionally, the Disposal of Personal Property Policy is up for review and approval, with amendments aimed at enhancing clarity and operational guidance regarding the removal, storage, and disposal of personal property found on council-managed premises.

Housing Performance and Tenant Satisfaction

The committee is scheduled to receive updates on various aspects of housing performance. This includes a summary of performance for April to July 2026, highlighting areas of strength and ongoing pressures in repairs delivery, communal repairs, void turnaround times, and income recovery. A report on Tenant Satisfaction Measures (TSMs) for 2025/26 will also be presented, offering a benchmarking analysis against London peer groups and outlining an improvement plan for 2026/27. This plan specifically addresses areas where resident confidence needs to be improved, focusing on communication, resident engagement, and transparency.

Fire Safety and Asset Management

Fire safety remains a key area of focus, with a Quarterly Fire Safety Status Report due to be presented. This report will provide an overview of the fire risk assessment programme, progress on high-priority actions, and updates on the implementation of Person-Centred Fire Risk Assessments (PCFRA) and Residential Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans (RPEEPs). Furthermore, the committee will receive findings from the Stock Condition Survey and a review of the Asset Management Strategy. This survey, the most detailed in over a decade, aims to inform future investment decisions and has confirmed the direction of the current Housing Major Works Programme while also highlighting new insights into component lifecycles, building performance, and decarbonisation opportunities.

Other Key Topics

Several other important topics are scheduled for discussion. An update on the Greater London Authority (GLA) Grant Bids for 2026–2036 will be provided, detailing potential funding for new social rented homes and strategic acquisitions. The committee will also receive an update on the Civica CX programme, outlining progress, challenges, and future enhancements, including the implementation of the Asset Management Module. Estate Climate Plans, designed to roadmap climate action at an estate level up to 2040, will also be discussed. Finally, a supplementary agenda item will address an Allocated Member's Report concerning the Middlesex Street Estate, covering issues such as disabled access, concrete repairs, and heating projects.