Issue - meetings

Councillor Lisa Homan stated that this report highlighted the Administration Manifesto commitment to safeguarding Council Homes for the long term for residents against the threat of unwanted development. She highlighted that the option recommended for implementation by the Defend Council Homes Unit (DCHU) in the report is Option 1 – a Council policy commitment supported by a restriction on title. A future Cabinet report would be submitted following consultation.

RESOLVED:

1.    To note the conclusions of the Defend Council Homes Unit and its report, and its recommendation that the Council consults on the Unit’s preferred option of a Defend Council Homes Policy, supported by an Advisory Body and the registering of a restriction on title related to the new Policy.

2.    To agree to delegate authority to the Lead Director for Regeneration Planning and Housing Services to consult with residents on a Defend Council Homes Policy.

3.    To note that following this consultation process and the development of an implementation plan a further report will return to cabinet for approval of any Policy, formal consultation, and the creation of any structures to support the policy.