Decision details

Agreed

That it is recommended to Council that the allocation policy be amended:-

  (1)        to remove Band E to restrict eligibility for housing to those with an evidenced housing need within the policy;

  (2)        to remove applications where people do not bid for 12 months or refuse three properties deemed suitable for their needs; and

  (3)         to give additional priority for working households to bid for properties in areas where there are high levels of unemployment.

Reason for Decision:

To allow the officers involved in managing the applications more time to provide advice and assistance to those in housing need and clarity in housing options for those deemed not to be in housing need.