Decision

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.

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