The Cabinet considered a report of the Deputy Chief Executive (People) outlining the preliminary work underway to introduce Selective Licensing in parts of the Borough and to seek agreement for the next steps, including resources required to undertake the preparatory research and other work needed ahead of implementation.

Resolved:-

1.    That a one off resource of £50k in order to undertake in-depth preparatory work ahead of any implementation of Selective Licensing within the Borough through a service delivery partner, be approved.

2.    That the targeted consultation is progressed on the adoption of powers of Selective Licensing within parts of the Borough identified as experiencing antisocial behaviour (ASB) problems, crime and deprivation associated with poorly managed Private Rented Sector (PRS) accommodation.

3.    That following the above work, a further report is brought before Cabinet relating to the introduction of Selective Licensing in parts of the Borough.

Reasons for Decision

To enable further preparatory work to be undertaken.

Other options

Other options for tackling substandard and problematic properties within the Borough are set out in the submitted report.

Note: This is an Executive Function

Eligible for call-in to: Policy and Resources Scrutiny Committee

Cabinet Member: Councillor Gilbert