Lead Member – Councillor Dean Carroll, Portfolio Holder for Housing & Assets

Lead Officer – Tami Sabanovic

RESOLVED:

To approve the Home Adaptations Policy 2024 as set out in Appendix I.

The Portfolio Holder for Housing and Assets presented the policy which set parameters for dispensing major adaptations and disability facilities grants to enable people to maintain their independence in their homes.

Reservations were expressed regarding limited resources and finances for delivering disabled facilities grants and it was noted that there had been past issues with long waiting times for adaptations. The Portfolio Holder Acknowledged the importance of prioritising projects based on need and waiting times and advised that the major adaptations grant is funded through central government, with £675 million allocated in the previous financial year.

Following a query as to whether the grant from central government was fully spent and if additional funds were needed, the Portfolio Holder confirmed that details would be circulated following the meeting.

RESOLVED:

To approve the Home Adaptations Policy 2024 as set out in Appendix I.