Decision details

To follow recent changes in national guidance and legislation around Social Housing Allocations.

Resolved:

1.    That the revised Housing Allocations Policy 2025 be approved; and

2.    That authority be delegated to the Assistant Director – Communities and Housing Services in consultation with the relevant Portfolio Holder to make minor changes to the policy that would not require a consultation exercise as per legislation.

·         Incorporate new legal and regulatory changes.

·         Clarify and streamline processes for applicants and staff.

·         Improve fairness, transparency, and responsiveness in housing allocations.

·         Ensure the policy is fit for purpose in today’s housing landscape.

·         We are committed to making the policy as clear, up to date, and useful as possible, both for those seeking housing and for the authorities administering it.

·         Ensure minor policy changes can be made quickly.

Do nothing - Failure to incorporate recent amendments to national guidance and legislation into the Social Housing Allocations Policy would result in the policy becoming non-compliant with statutory requirements. This non-compliance could render the policy unlawful, as local authorities are legally obligated to ensure that their housing allocation frameworks reflects current legislation.