To ensure take up of a grant allocation from DLUHC for the delivery of a 4-bedroom home by the funding deadline of 31 July 2024.
Alternative options that were considered were to convert a vacant shop unit with living accommodation above into a 4-bed house, however it is not possible to commit the funding before the DLUHC deadline as the project has not yet been procured.
The purchase of second-hand properties was also considered, however these carry a risk that the purchase may not complete before the deadline and that the cost of remedial work would make it a more expensive option than a newbuild off the shelf purchase.
Decision type: Non-key
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Wards affected: Ashbrow;
Notice of proposed decision first published: 16/07/2024
Decision due: 25 Jun 2024 by Service Director - Homes & Neighbourhoods
Lead member: Leader of the Council
Lead director: Service Director - Homes & Neighbourhoods
Department: Housing and Highways
Contact: Helen Martland 01484 221000 Email: helen.martland@kirklees.gov.uk.
Members/Officers Involved: Service Director – Homes & Neighbourhoods