Decision
Analysis
outcome: The increase in the repairs and maintenance budget of £1,456,964 was approved, and the deferred 2025/26 increase sum of 3% is now being made available to HTS.
summary: The decision involves approving an increase in the repairs and maintenance budget to address the demand for day-to-day repairs and empty homes.
topline: The Cabinet has decided to approve an increase in the repairs and maintenance budget to address the demand for day-to-day repairs and empty homes.
reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves allocating a significant amount of funds and resources, which could impact various stakeholders.
affected_stakeholders: ["Cabinet", "HTS", "Local residents"]
contentiousness_score: 6
political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties or political influence on the decision.
URL: https://moderngov.harlow.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=1070
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Outcome:
Is Key Decision?: Yes
Is Callable In?: Yes
Purpose:
Content: RESOLVED that Cabinet: A Approved an increase in the repairs and maintenance budget of £1,456,964 which reflects the increased demand for day-to-day repairs and the numbers of empty homes that require works before being relet. B Noted that the deferred 2025/26 increase sum of 3%, is now being made available to HTS.
Date of Decision: July 10, 2025