Decision - Housing Committee Workplan Progress Update and Housing Performance Report Quarter 1 2022/23

Brighton and Hove Housing Committee Decided 28 Sep 2022 for determination GET /api/coverage

Decision maker

Housing Committee

Report author

Tom Matthews

Published

29 Sep 2022

Reference

6722

As published

the council's own words, unedited

This report illustrates progress against Housing Committee work plan 2019-23 priorities and targets, as well as other Housing service targets. The report covers Quarter 1 of the 2022/23 financial year.

Resolved: 2.1 That Housing Committee note the Housing performance report Quarter 1 - 2022/23 and Housing Committee Work Plan progress update. 2.2 That Housing Committee note the additional performance indicators relating to private sector housing included in the Housing Committee Work Plan progress update and Housing performance report, Appendix 1, page 16 of 25. 2.3 That Housing Committee approve the re-scheduled and reviewed Housing Committee Work Plan attached in Appendix 2. 2.4 That Housing Committee note progress on each area of work set out in the 2019-2023 Housing Programme under Appendix 3.

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The report sets out a programme of actions to increase affordable housing, improve private rented housing, reduce homelessness and rough sleeping, and improve council housing. It also proposes measures to reduce carbon emissions, tackle fuel poverty, support residents facing financial hardship, and increase community involvement.

Recommendation

To progress the listed housing, homelessness, sustainability, private rented sector and anti-poverty actions according to the proposed committee reporting timetable, subject to further studies, consultation, monitoring and any required additional resources.

Financial impact

Additional resources are required for several actions, but no specific budget amount is stated.

Ward affected

city-wide

Stakeholders named

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Council tenantsPrivate rented sector tenantsLandlordsPeople experiencing homelessness and rough sleepingResidents experiencing cost-of-living challengesYoung people seeking skills and apprenticeshipsCommunity and faith projects

Next steps

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Explore a programme of quick-build or modular homes.
Explore LGBT+ housing subject to a wider Housing Needs Study.
Resubmit the selective licensing scheme proposal.
Adopt an ethical landlord charter.
Create a dedicated private rented sector enforcement team.
Research and develop a council-run, not-for-profit social lettings agency.
Negotiate a new Seaside homes agreement.
Develop a strategy and timetable for council-run temporary accommodation.
Enhance emergency accommodation standards and bring provision in house.
Take action to make the city carbon neutral by 2030.
Recycle building materials where possible.
Increase funding for photovoltaic, sustainability and fuel-efficiency measures.
Work with tenants to develop a decent environment standard.
Review and consult on the allocations policy.
Develop grants or incentives for households relinquishing council tenancies.
Explore ways to support residents facing cost-of-living challenges.
Identify areas for improved customer satisfaction and communication and develop an action plan.

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