To approve the revised Acquisitions Development and Disposals Policy for its housing stock and authorises its direct and immediate implementation.

Note: the Portfolio Holder decided to adopt the policy in May. However administrative oversight has delayed publication.

In order to set in place clear plans and policies to inform future maintenance and management activities and such policy framework to evidence compliance with regulatory standards. This Policy further provides that our buildings are fit for purpose, sustainable, provide suitable access and are appropriate for use to meet the demand for housing within the District.

Not revising the Policy in place – not proposed – the revised policy includes additional details in relation to disposals and updates other areas in relation to the current environment.