Decision details

To  seek  approval for the implementation of new enforcement powers contained in the Housing and Planning Act 2016, including the use of civil penalties for private rented housing offences.

RESOLVED THAT

1.    With immediate effect, the ability of the Council to impose fixed penalties, as detailed in the report, and the criteria for determining the level of penalty as contained in  Appendix 2 be approved.

2.    With immediate effect, the Council’s use of powers to impose rent repayment orders, as detailed in this report be approved;

3.    The Council’s use of banning orders, as detailed in this report be approved, once Chapter 2, Part 2 of the Housing and Planning Act 2016 is in force;

4.    The Director of Environment be authorised to take such actions and decisions as are necessary to facilitate the effective implementation and operation of the Council’s powers referred to in this report.