Report attached.

Cabinet:

1.     Approved the Damp & Mould Policy (2025) for HRA Housing set out in Appendix A of this report.

Report Title: Damp & Mould Control Policy for HRA Housing(2025)    

Presented by: Councillor Paul McGeary, Cabinet Member for Housing & Property 

Summary:

This report sets out the proposed policy for dealing with Dampness and Mould and clarifies the Council’s commitment to supporting residents’ health and wellbeing, through addressing any detected presence of damp and mould in its properties.  

The goal is to provide excellent customer service, and we recognise that timely and high-quality repairs are a priority for all residents. The new damp and Mould Policy is based on the proposed Awaab’s Law, the Housing Act 2004 and the Decent Homes Standard.  

This policy sets out to clarify the Council’s commitment to supporting residents’ health and wellbeing, through addressing any detected presence of damp and mould in its properties.  

We plan to revise the policy as guidance and legislation evolves. This policy explains the circumstances in which we will manage the treatment of damp and mould. 

Cabinet:

1.     Approved the Damp & Mould Policy (2025) for HRA Housing set out in Appendix A of this report.