Issue - meetings

To receive a report presenting the Draft Empty Homes Strategy 2026-2031 for consideration.

The Cabinet has

(1)  considered and approved the Draft Empty Homes Strategy 2026-2031 (Appendix 1); and

(2)  delegated authority to the Corporate Director of Place and the Corporate Director of Finance and Resources (S151 Officer) in consultation with the Executive Councillor for Economy, Regeneration and Housing and Executive Councillor for Resident Services and Corporate Performance to initiate and progress enforcement action against the owners of long-term empty properties where:

·  the property is causing blight, nuisance or negative community impact;

·  the owner has failed to engage with the Council despite reasonable attempts to contact them; and

·  no credible plan has been provided to bring the property back into use within a reasonable timeframe.