Issue details

Adoption of a North Yorkshire Housing Assistance and Disabled Facilities Grant Policy

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: For Determination

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)

Documents

  • Housing Assistance and Disabled Adaptations Policy