143 Development of the Council's Approach to Private Sector Housing PDF 30 KB
(Report of the Portfolio Holder for the Quality of Life)
Minutes:
The Report of the Portfolio Holder for Quality of Life seeking to approve changes in the way Tamworth Borough Council engages with and intervenes in the private sector to provide a wider choice of suitable housing options for those wishing to reside in the Tamworth area was considered.
RESOLVED: |
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That: |
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The extension of the landlord accreditation scheme to include managing agents be approved, and; |
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The development of the advice and assistance service provided to empty home owners to include the provision of lists of approved landlords, managing agents and quality tradesmen be approved, and; |
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In principle the development of a social lettings agency to enable the Council to increase access to private sector accommodation be approved and that a further report be submitted during 2012/2013 for final approval for the development of a social lettings agency. |
(Moved by Councillor M Oates and seconded by Councillor M Greatorex) |