Issue details - Allocations Policy and Local Tenancy Strategy

Allocations Policy and Local Tenancy Strategy

The Localism Act 2011 and the statutory guidance on allocation of accommodation issued on 26th June 2012 requires a review of our existing allocations policy be undertaken and the publication of a Local Tenancy Strategy (which is a new requirement).
The aim is to ensure we locally shape our approach to allocations, manage waiting lists and make use of tenancies.

Decision type: Key

Reason Key: High level of public interest;

Decision status: Recommendations Approved

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Decision due: 6 Dec 2012 by Council

Lead member: Deputy Mayor Executive Lead for Strategic Planning, Housing, Energy and Environmental Policy

Lead director: Director of Children's Services and Innovation, Director of Place

Consultation process

Meetings, circulation of papers etc.

Consultees

Executive Lead Member and other members
Senior Leadership Team and stakeholder partners and Housing Providers.

Reason for inclusion in Forward Plan: The approach will meet housing need and demand locally. Contribute to the wider community objectives, such as health, education, employment and enterprise. Reflect social, economic and household requirements which may arise out of the welfare reform.

Key Risks: Limited availability of appropriate accommodation will still lead to waiting times for suitable housing, and it’s important not to raise expectations that are unrealistic.

If you want to make representations contact:: Julie Sharland, telephone (01803) 208065, email Julie.sharland@torbay.gov.uk, address Torbay Council, Town Hall, Castle Circus, Torquay, TQ1 3DR

Agenda items

21/11/2012 - Overview and Scrutiny Board Allocations Policy and Local Tenancy Strategy 21/11/2012
06/12/2012 - Council Allocations Policy and Local Tenancy Strategy 06/12/2012