Decision details
Adoption of the Housing (HRA) Damp Condensation and Mould Policy
PDF 131 KBDecision Maker: Cabinet
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Is Key decision?: No
Is subject to call in?: Yes
Purpose:
To seek Cabinets approval for the adoption of the updated Damp, Condensation and Mould Policy 2026-2029 (Appendix 3)
Decision:
1. That Cabinet adopts the revised Housing Damp Condensation and Mould (DCM) Policy 2026-2029.
2. That Cabinet delegates minor operational amendments and/or legislative changes to the Housing Damp Condensation and Mould (DCM) Policy 2026-2029 to the Service Director for Housing in consultation with the Portfolio Holder for Strategic and Operational Housing.
Reasons for the decision:
Incorporating tenant feedback strengthens the policy’s relevance and effectiveness, improving trust and satisfaction.
Alternative options considered:
Do Nothing: This was considered but dismissed because it would undermine the Council’s commitment to tenant involvement and could result in a policy that does not fully address tenant needs.
Interests and Nature of Interests Declared:
None.
Wards Affected: (All Wards);
Conflict of Interest: None
Dispensation Granted: N/A
Equalities Issues: .
Other reasons / organisations consulted
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Consultees
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Contact: Vikki Cherry, Service Director – Housing Email: vcherry@sholland.gov.uk, Adel Gardner, Housing Transformation (HRA) Manager Email: Adel.Gardner@sholland.gov.uk.
Report author: Vikki Cherry
Publication date: 01/07/2026
Date of decision: 30/06/2026
Decided at meeting: 30/06/2026 - Cabinet
Effective from: 09/07/2026
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