Decision details

(i)   That the independent research into methods of area-based  improvement (both physical and social), investment and the evaluation of what works be noted.

(ii) That the proposed policy framework for area-based improvement in Hammersmith and Fulham be noted.

(iii) That officers undertake statutory consultation with all Council tenants along the lines set out in para 3.6 on:

-          the policy approach of area-based improvement

-          the various methods to effect improvement

-          the assessment process and selection criteria for deciding where to channel area-based support, be agreed.

(iv) That the investment needs of the Council’s housing stock be noted.

(v) That the asset management based approach to investment, including the new thresholds and criteria for limited HRA void disposals as set out in section 9 be approved.

(vi) That authority for the disposal of properties meeting the asset-based criteria be delegated to the Cabinet Member for Housing in consultation with the Director of Housing and Regeneration, the Director of Finance and Corporate Services and the Assistant Director (Legal and Democratic Services).

vii) That the Director of Housing and Regeneration undertake works to properties being disposed of where there is a net cost benefit, e.g. an increase in the sale receipt and also to incur valuation and professional costs, these costs to be recovered from the sale receipt be approved.

viii) That the usable receipts generated from asset-based disposals will be put to the uses set out in section 10 be agreed.

ix) That a review of the policy of asset-based disposals, including the disposal threshold figures, after the first year of operation, and annually thereafter be agreed.