To approve the Shared Ownership Policy for
North Yorkshire Council, which sets out a consistent and
transparent county-wide approach to the Council’s
arrangements with shared owners in its capacity as a landlord. The
policy clarifies rights, responsibilities and statutory
obligations, and the management of shared ownership homes, ensuring
fair and effective service delivery following local government
reorganisation.
Decision type: Key
Reason Key: Effect on communities;
Decision status: For Determination
Notice of proposed decision first published: 16/02/2026
Decision due: 8 Jul 2026 by Executive Member for Culture, Arts & Housing
Lead member: Executive Member for Culture, Arts & Housing
Lead director: Corporate Director of Community Development
Contact: Imogen Downie, Housing Policy and Strategy Officer Email: imogen.downie@northyorks.gov.uk Email: imogen.downie@northyorks.gov.uk.
Consultation process
Consultation will be undertaken through
targeted engagement with internal services, elected members and
shared owners. Internal services will be consulted to review the
draft Shared Ownership Policy, assess operational impacts and
ensure legal and statutory compliance. A focus group will be held
with Shared Owners to gather feedback on the policy and their
experiences. In addition, the Housing and Leisure Overview and
Scrutiny Committee will review the draft policy.
Consultees
Housing Management
Internal Officers
Legal Services
Shared Owners
Housing and Leisure Overview and Scrutiny Committee