Decision
Analysis
outcome: The council has agreed to introduce the selective licensing scheme, which will cover all privately rented residential accommodation outside the definition of mandatory Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) in the ward.
summary: The decision at stake is the introduction of a selective licensing scheme for privately rented residential accommodation in Belvedere Ward.
topline: The Cabinet Member for Communities & Housing has decided to introduce a selective licensing scheme for privately rented accommodation in Belvedere Ward.
reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves additional regulations and fees for landlords, which could be met with resistance from stakeholders.
affected_stakeholders: ["Landlords", "Tenants", "Local residents"]
contentiousness_score: 6
political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties or political influence on the decision.
URL: http://democracy.bexley.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=3200
Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Communities & Housing
Outcome:
Is Key Decision?: No
Is Callable In?: Yes
Purpose:
Content: 1. Agree to the introduction of a “selective” licensing scheme. The scheme would cover all privately rented residential accommodation which fall outside the definition of mandatory Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) within Belvedere Ward. The selective licensing scheme would come into force on the 1st January 2025 and last for a 5 year period. Adopt the fee structure detailed in the report for selective licences. Adopt the licence conditions as detailed in the appendices for all Selective and Mandatory HMO Licence, including the requirements around Accreditation. 4. The Deputy Director (Housing and Strategic Planning) shall implement the scheme and ensure that all statutory notifications are carried out in the prescribed manner for the designation.
Date of Decision: August 22, 2024