Issue details

Bidding for Homes England funding from the Social and Affordable Homes Programme for specific schemes

The new Social and Affordable Homes Programme (SAHP) is for the period 2026 to 2036 and will commence in April 2026 with bids invited from February 2026 onwards.

Approval is sought to enable officers to submit bids to Homes England for funding from the new Social and Affordable Homes Programme (SAHP) for a number of specific schemes, which will support the delivery of the 500 homes required for the HRA Business Plan

Decision type: Key

Reason Key: Expenditure >£500,000 & Effects from than one division;

Decision status: For Determination

Notice of proposed decision first published: 27/02/2026

Anticipated restriction: Part exempt  - View reasons

Explanation of anticipated restriction:
Para 3 - Information relating to the financial or business affairs of any particular person (including the authority holding that information).

Decision due: 21 Apr 2026 by Assistant Director - Resources (Community Development)

Lead member: Executive Member for Culture, Arts & Housing

Lead director: Corporate Director of Community Development

Contact: John Burroughs, Housing Strategy and Development Officer Email: John.burroughs@northyorks.gov.uk Email: john.burroughs@northyorks.gov.uk.

Consultation process

On-going communication and dialogue with Homes England on funding proposals for schemes.
MS Teams and email

Consultees

Executive Members
Key internal officers, including Climate and Equalities
Homes England

Documents

  • Bidding for Homes England funding from the Social and Affordable Homes Programme for specific schemes