Decision

The Cabinet has decided to adopt a new Housing Enforcement Policy for 2026-31, with minor changes allowed to comply with legislation and guidance.

Analysis

outcome: The new Housing Enforcement Policy was adopted to take effect from 15 April 2026, with delegated authority granted to make minor changes.

summary: The decision at stake is the adoption of a new Housing Enforcement Policy for 2026-31.

topline: The Cabinet has decided to adopt a new Housing Enforcement Policy for 2026-31, with minor changes allowed to comply with legislation and guidance.

reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it directly affects housing regulations and enforcement, which can impact both landlords and tenants.

affected_stakeholders: ["Landlords", "Tenants"]

contentiousness_score: 5

political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties or political influence on the decision.

URL: https://democracy.rushcliffe.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=450

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome:

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Purpose:

Content: It was RESOLVED that:   a)              the new Housing Enforcement Policy 2026-31 at Appendix 1 to the report be adopted, to take effect from 15 April 2026; and   b)              the Director – Neighbourhood be granted delegated authority to make minor changes to the adopted Policy to comply with legislation, guidance and good practice.

Date of Decision: April 14, 2026