Issue - decisions
Draft Cotswold Housing Strategy
15/12/2023 - Draft Cotswold Housing Strategy
The purpose of the report was to seek approval to consult with partners and the public on a new five-year Cotswold Housing Strategy. The strategy directly responded to the Council’s Corporate Plan that sought to address housing affordability and increase the supply of affordable housing.
The Leader introduced this item and outlined the following points:
- It was outlined that a safe and secure home was important to the wellbeing of residents, and the lack of affordable housing was a particular problem in the District.
- The Leader noted the cost of buying and renting a home had increased substantially in the last few years. It was outlined the average house price was £500,000, and the average rent was £1,100.
- It was outlined that the delivery of affordable homes was a priority for the Council and that partnership with all sectors was important, but particularly focussing on developing social rented homes.
- It was outlined that the strategy focussed around developing sustainable, high quality homes that met the needs of residents and delivering statutory priorities.
- It was noted that the document would go out for consultation to ensure it is comprehensive.
The document was welcomed by Cabinet as step forward in delivering affordable homes for the District.
It was highlighted that there were many Neighbourhood Development Plans in development, and this would help residents identify need as part of the strategy.
It was outlined that the strategy would help develop vibrant and sustainable communities for the Cotswold District.
RESOLVED: That Cabinet
1. APPROVED the draft Cotswold Housing Strategy for public
consultation as presented at Annex A and B; and
2. AGREED to delegate authority to the Forward Planning Manager, in
consultation with the Leader of the Council, to agree a questionnaire for the public consultation exercise and to make minor modifications to improve clarity.
Record of Voting – For: 8, Against 0, Abstention 0, Absent: 0
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Claire Bloomer |
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Joe Harris |
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Juliet Layton |
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Lisa Spivey |
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Mike Evemy |
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Mike McKeown |
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Paul Hodgkinson |
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Tony Dale |
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