Agenda item

The Cabinet considered a report of the Corporate Director of Regeneration and Economic Growth which detailed the business case to begin building council housing and sought approval to begin a programme of council house building from 2021 - 2025  (for copy see file of minutes).

In moving the report, Councillor Shaw said the report represented a positive move by the Council to increase the provision of affordable homes throughout the county, including a targeted plan to ensure delivery in the places of greatest need. 

Councillor Marshall highlighted the potential positive economic impact adding that he was pleased at the intention to maximise the take up of contracts by local builders and the local supply chain.

Resolved:

That the recommendations in the report be approved.