Due to the variations in approach towards the
method of delivery of the disabled facilities grant, there were
also some subtle variations between the legacy areas in relation to
their policy approach and their interpretation and implementation
of legislation. Whilst all areas are using the powers and
flexibilities given within the legislation, there has been some
variation in terms of scope of works undertaken along with
differences in financial thresholds and parameters adopted. The
report will outline how the policy seeks to draw together an
interpretation of the mandatory elements of Disabled Facilities
Grant (DFG) legislation and the discretionary elements of the RRO
into a single published document. The report will therefore set out
the key recommendations for the policy and seek agreement to adopt
the North Yorkshire Housing Assistance and Disabled Facilities
Grant Policy for the new authority.
Decision type: Key
Reason Key: Expenditure >£500,000 & Affects from than one division;
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Notice of proposed decision first published: 07/11/2023
Decision due: 13 Nov 2024 by Full Council
Lead member: Executive Member for Culture, Arts & Housing
Lead director: Corporate Director of Community Development
Contact: Lynn Williams, Head of Housing Renewal Email: lynn.williams@northyorks.gov.uk Email: lynn.williams@northyorks.gov.uk.
Consultation process
A draft policy was submitted to the LGR
Housing board post vesting day. As part of the LGR work,
consultation had taken place with representatives from the LGR
Housing work stream.
Consultees
Health
Officers
Members
Executive (12 March 2024)