This report presents a Temporary Accommodation Policy to Members for adoption.  The policy sets out the Council’s approach to Temporary Accommodation in meeting Statutory Housing Duties, including demand, supply, prioritisation and suitability.  There are no expected budget implications beyond those already identified in the Council’s budget.

(Report of Director of Planning, Housing and Environmental Health)

The report provided details of a Temporary Accommodation Policy which set out the Council’s approach to meeting its Statutory Housing Duties regarding the demand, supply, prioritisation and suitability of temporary accommodation.  Particular reference was made to the need to demonstrate a clear and consistent approach to the provision of temporary accommodation.

Following consideration by the Communities and Housing Advisory Board, the Cabinet Member for Housing resolved that:

The Temporary Accommodation Policy, as set out at Annex 1 to the report, be adopted.

Decision Notice D200079MEM

The report of the Director of Planning, Housing and Environmental Health provided details of a Temporary Accommodation Policy which set out the Council’s approach to meeting its Statutory Housing Duties regarding the demand, supply, prioritisation and suitability of temporary accommodation.  Particular reference was made to the need to demonstrate a clear and consistent approach to the provision of temporary accommodation.

RECOMMENDED:  That the Temporary Accommodation Policy, as set out at Annex 1 to the report, be adopted.