RESOLVED: That in order to ensure that the council has a robust legally compliant, and consistent approach to enforcement under the Renters’ Rights Act, that Cabinet approve:
1) The inclusion of an addendum to the current Corporate Enforcement Policy.
2) The proposed Civil Penalty Policy.
REASON FOR DECISION: The Renters Rights Act 2025 has significantly changed the landscape for the private rented sector and introduced specific duties on Local Housing Authorities with respect to enforcement protocols and mandatory reporting of enforcement interventions into central government.