Issue details

Housing Revenue Account Rents & Service Charges 2026/27.

Decision type: Key

Decision status: For Determination

Notice of proposed decision first published: 18/02/2026

Anticipated restriction: Public  -

Decision due: Between 26 Feb 2026 and 2 Mar 2026 by Cabinet Member Signing

The report will seek authority for approval of increases in rent of 4.8% to existing tenancies and will note that rents on other forms of tenancies will continue as approved in prior years by Cabinet. The report will further seek approval of average service charge increases noting that the increases in service charges to individual tenants will vary depending on the service they receive

Lead member: Cabinet Member for Housing & Planning (Deputy Leader)

Lead director: Corporate Director of Finance and Resources (S151 Officer)

Contact: Director of Housing.