To provide, for adoption, a proposed new five-year Asset Strategy for Council housing stock and the investment plan to support this.
Background papers;
An initial Integrated Impact Assessment for the Asset Strategy was carried out on 22 January 2024, and can be found here.
On 11 April 2023 Cabinet was presented with a report on the procurement of fire safety remedial works to 6-storey, low-rise and retirement living scheme blocks. The report can be found here and the decision here.
An Integrated Impact Assessment was carried out on the new service delivery model for damp, mould and condensation in November 2023 and can be found here
Engagement process;
The strategy has been developed through engagement with council officers. The investment strategy has been developed using asset and spend data.
If the proposals are agreed, then formal engagement with residents and members will take place for individual projects and proposals. Residents and members will also be involved in process review to support customer experience and journey.
Decision type: Key
Reason Key: Expenditure>£500,000 and affects2 or more wards;
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Wards affected: (All Wards);
Notice of proposed decision first published: 12/02/2024
Decision due: 12 Mar 2024 by Cabinet
Lead member: Portfolio Holder for Housing & Highways
Lead director: Service Director - Homes & Neighbourhoods
Department: Housing and Highways
Contact: Hannah Elliott, Head of Assets & Development Email: hannah.elliott@kirklees.gov.uk.
Members/Officers Involved: Relevant officers from across the Council with responsibility for delivering the Asset Strategy and investment plan. Homes and Neighbourhoods Improvement Board includes member representatives.