63 Options for Flexible Tenure for Council Homes PDF 65 KB
(Report of the Portfolio Holder for Housing)
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The Report of the Portfolio Holder for Housing setting out the options arising from greater freedoms and flexibilities contained within the Localism Act 2011 to transform Council Housing tenure was considered.
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The Draft Tenancy Management Policy introducing fixed term tenancies from April 2013 for all new tenancies save exceptions listed be approved. Delegating authority to the Portfolio Holder of Housing & Director of Housing & Health, to approve any final material amendments as necessary, and; |
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The development of an Affordable Rent Policy during 2013/14 which assesses the financial impact and viability of charging increased rents based on the Affordable rent model be approved, and; |
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The route map for delivering the Tenancy Management Policy be approved, and; |
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Financial regulations be waived to allow Trowers & Gill Leng Consultants to advise on the legality of the policy as it is finally implemented and prepare the new fixed term tenancy agreements, with a value of work up to £6000 |
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(Moved by Councillor M Greatorex and seconded by Councillor R Pritchard) |