Implementation of the Housing Allocation Policy: Update
A verbal update will be provided.
Minutes:
The Board received a verbal update on the implementation of the new Housing Allocation Policy.
It was noted that the consultation period with respect to this had now ended and the responses received had reinforced the change to a points based system. The Board was reminded that the system was comprised of five bands ranging from A to E.
In terms of re registration those people currently within bands A an B would automatically be re registered. Those in the remaining bands would have to re register and advice would be given to people in these bands around the likelihood of being re homed within the re registration form.
Re registration would commence on 14 February and staff would be available at Apex House to assist anyone that required help with completing the online form. Home visits could be arranged to assist anyone with mobility problems and interpreters could also be arranged if necessary.
There was agreement that, subject to any data protection issues being resolved, information should be shared with Housing Associations to assist with the re registration process.
RESOLVED:
That the verbal update be noted.