Decision details

Consideration was given to a report which requested Cabinet to recommend to Council the proposed Housing Revenue Account (HRA) Rent and Service Charge Setting Policy.

RESOLVED:

(i)            Council be recommended to approve the HRA Rent and Service Charge Setting Policy, as set out as Appendix 2 to the report.

The above decision has been made for the following reasons:

(i)            To ensure the Council adheres to current government legislation and regulation when setting and agreeing rents and service charges

(ii)           To ensure the medium to long term sustainability of the Housing Revenue Account

(iii)          To realise the Council's policies and objectives in relation to the Housing Strategy to maintain and enhance Council Housing Provision in Gateshead

(iv)          To assist in the delivery of the Council’s vision for Gateshead as set out in Making Gateshead a Place where Everyone Thrives