Decision details

To obtain the approval of the Corporate Director (Operations and Delivery) to the introduction of an Alterations and Improvements Policy for the Council’s tenants and leaseholders.

To introduce an Alterations and Improvement Policy.

Option 1 - Not to introduce the attached policy
Option 2 -
Option 3 -

Tendring District Council recognises that its secure tenants and leaseholders have a legal right to make alterations and improvements to their homes, provided they obtain written permission before any relevant works are carried out.

This policy sets out to create a standardised procedure for dealing with tenant and leaseholder requests for alterations both inside and outside of the home to ensure that all requests are treated fairly and consistently. It also aims to protect the Council’s interest in its properties and safeguards it from anything that may devalue it or reduce its letting potential.