Issue - meetings

On behalf of the Housing Partnership Sub Committee, Mrs Boothroyd welcomed the strategy and proposals.

1.            That the principles of the strategy set out in Appendix A which outlines the vision for improving the quantity and quality of housing and support services for people with learning disabilities in the borough, be agreed.

2.            That further public consultation takes place on the proposed vision for accommodation and support as outlined within the Strategy, be approved.

3.            That officers investigate options for future housing developments in the borough for people with learning disabilities, as the broad modernisation programme needed to deliver accessible quality housing support services will involve both the remodelling of existing provision which is not fit for purpose and the development of new supported housing to replace costly residential care services, be approved.

4.            That approval be given to review the existing borough accommodation and support provision for people with learning disabilities, including in house services, against agreed housing criteria and standards; and that any proposed changes as a result of this review will be the subject of a future detailed report which will outline the benefits for current and future residents.