Cllr. Fleming moved and Cllr. Mrs Clark seconded that the recommendations of the Cabinet held on 9 February 2012 be approved.

The report advised Members thatthe draft Housing Strategy Action Plan had been produced to reflect findings from consultation and latest intelligence, both of which provided an indication of future housing need and demand.  Consideration had also been given to financial and non-financial capacity going forward, which was a key factor in the current and near-term economic environment.  Delivery of the Housing Strategy Action Plan would be overseen by the Local Strategic Partnership’s (LSP) Strategic Housing Sub-group, which was represented by District Council officers and a number of other partner organisations.  Progress reports would be taken to the main LSP and Service Select Committee to update on strategic objectives.  It was likely that, over time, minor adjustments would be made to the Action Plan to reflect developing policy and the changing housing market.  This would ensure that that local housing strategy was routinely adapted to best effect.  A full review and update of the Housing Strategy Action Plan would take place in 2014.

Resolved: That the Housing Strategy Action Plan be adopted.