Issue details
Housing Enforcement Policy - Update to incorporate Renters Rights Act 2025
To approve an updated Housing Enforcement Policy, revised in light of the Renters’ Rights Act 2025, including the Council’s approach to enforcement and civil penalties. This decision will enable the updated policy to be in place and published in time for implementation.
Decision type: Key
Reason Key: Affects more than 1 ward;
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Notice of proposed decision first published: 10/04/2026
This decision will be taken under urgency procedures.
Reason for urgency:
This decision will be made under General Exception Provisions as having less than 28 day's notice on the Forward Plan to enable implementation before legislation comes into force on 1 May. The obligations under the Act are mandatory and it would be detrimental to the Council if the Council’s policies are not compliant with the new legislation.
Decision due: 30 Apr 2026 by Director of Planning & Public Protection
Lead member: Cabinet Member for Environment
Lead director: Strategic Director, Place
Contact: James Delaney, Stratey & Policy Officer Email: james.delaney@havering.gov.uk.
Consultation process
All relevant Business partners will be consulted
Decisions
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