REVIEW OF COUNCIL’S HOUSING ALLOCATIONS POLICY – HAVE YOUR SAY
A COMPLETE overhaul of Council house waiting lists is in the pipeline, and people are being asked for their comments. The public are being asked for their opinions on Uttlesford District Council’s plans to shakeup the way council houses are allocated across the district.
The Government recently published new statutory guidance on social housing allocations for local authorities that aims to address the lack of awareness and understanding about allocations, and to tackle misconceptions.
For years, social housing in the District has been allocated on a points system, with each prospective tenant assigned points depending on their circumstances. According to the Council, many prospective tenants are unhappy with the “difficult and complex” points system.
The Council is keen to use a housing allocations policy that works for everyone and best meets local needs and circumstances which is why they are asking for your views. By taking part in the consultation you can help choose a fair system that will prioritise housing for those that need it most and strip away the confusion surrounding social housing allocation.
The discussions will last until the end of April, with a new policy in place by May. Visit www.uttlesford.gov.uk/allocations to take part in the consultation and in due course view/comment on the draft policy. You can also contact Nicole Shephard-Lewis on 01799 510571 if you would like more information.