Decisions for issue Use of Housing Revenue Account voids as Temporary Accommodation

The Leader agreed to the interim use of all Housing Revenue Account voids as Temporary Accommodation between 19 January 2026 and 1 May 2026.

The Leader agreed to adopt the draft policy on the use of HousingRevenue Account Void Properties as Temporary Accommodation as set out in Appendix 1.

The Leader delegated authority to Corporate Director for Homes & Adult Social Care to take all necessary steps to implement the policy as set out in Appendix 1.

The Leader delegated authority to Corporate Director for Homes & Adult Social Care to begin consultation on the policy as set out in Appendix 1, which will inform a review of the policy at the conclusion of the interim position and will inform any further report to Cabinet seeking possible extension or changes to the interim period or policy, for a limited duration.