Strategic Tenancy Policy
The Localism Act introduces a duty for Local Authorities to produce a Strategic Tenancy Policy within a year of its enactment, which means we would need to have a policy in place by November 2012. However, Cherwell District Council is working on its Strategic Tenancy Policy now because it is an important part of the framework for how affordable homes are provided in the District.
The Council supports the Government’s aim to make best use of housing stock, focussing support on the most vulnerable people in society. We believe this can be achieved through greater freedom to respond to local circumstances. The Strategic Tenancy Policy also sets out the role for affordable homes as part of the broader housing market in Cherwell.
The Strategic Tenancy Policy will cover the following areas:
- Flexible Tenancies
- Affordable Rents
- The Housing Register
- Using the private sector to house homeless people
The event is not currently available for consultation.