Registered Social Landlords - scoping
To identify aims and objectives of proposed work together and the formulation of an outline project plan (project outcomes and milestones).
Minutes:
At previous panel discussions, it was agreed to assess the performance of Registered Housing Providers, particularly in relation to repairs and void turnarounds.
The panel indicated that it would like to survey local RHPs to support this work. Engagement with local RHPs though this work would also provide an opportunity to question RHPs in relation to the welfare changes, benefit entitlements and the potential impact this may have on local tenants.
As a precursor to this work, it the panel agreed to take an update from a previous scrutiny review which was completed in April 2012 (Cabinet response June 2012). This report prepared recommendations to support the council’s preparations for the new regulatory framework for social housing and on improving partnerships, joint working and stock transfer (ownership and management) with and among local RHPs. It was agreed that the Chair and Cllr Alexander (who chaired this previous review) would meet with the Head of the Enablement Team to discuss progress on implementing the recommendations and to scope possible work in this area.
Action: That the Chair and Cllr Alexander meet with the Head of the Enablement team.
Action: That the Housing Enablement Service be invited to attend the EHSP in September to provide an update on recommendations from the previous scrutiny report on RHPs completed in 2012.