Issue details

Forfeiture Proceedings against Residential Leaseholders

Inclusion of forfeiture proceedings as part of the leaseholder debt recovery

Decision type: Key

Decision status: For Determination

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Decision due: 21 Nov 2006 by Cabinet

Consultation process

Council’s Debt Management Board reported favourably on the proposal.  Leasehold Panel had no objections in introducing proposal

DMT date and early discussion between AD and Cabinet Member: Executive Member for Housing with Director of Social Services

SLT date: The proposal is an action of 'last resort'. Various safeguards in place to protect the vulnerable like payment arrangements and the 'House-proud' equity release scheme for the elderly. Application of forfeiture will have to be decided by the courts

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