Decision details

RESOLVED: That the Executive made the following recommendations to Council. That:

1)    The Housing Revenue Account budget for 2023/24 (Appendix A of the agenda papers) be approved;

2)    That Council house dwelling rents be increased by up to 5.99% effective from 3April 2023 in line with the council’s Rent Setting Policy that was approved by Executive on 27October 2022.

3)    Garage rents to be increased by 5.99% effective from April 2023;

4)    Shared Equity Rents to be increased by 5.99% effective from April 2023;

5)    Tenant Service Charges to be increased by 3.99% effective from April 2023;

6)    The Housing Major Repairs (capital) programme for 2023/24 as set out in Appendix B be approved;

7)    Sheltered room guest charges for 2023/24 remain unchanged at £9.50 per night per room.

Reason for Decision

The revenue and capital budgets for 2023/24 are set and tenants rent levels are set for 2023/24 to ensure sound finances and value for money in providing housing services for council tenants.