This report proposes changes to the Council’s Housing Assistance Policy, which was approved by Cabinet on 13 December 2016, to widen the scope of the Disabled Facilities Grant section and to include a remit to explore external funding opportunities to improve the thermal efficiency of private sector homes.  The revised policy will be subject to consultation.

In accepting the recommendation, Cabinet will approve the policy changes for consultation and a further report to be submitted to Cabinet.

The subject of the decision:

This report set out proposed changes to the Council’s Housing Assistance Policy and sought approval for consultation.

Alternative options considered:

None.

The reason for the decision:

To comply with the Council’s statutory duty to provide Disabled Facilities Grants to eligible households.

THE DECISION:

That the policy changes be approved for consultation and a further report be submitted to Cabinet.