Decent home: definition and guidance for implementation. June 2006 - update
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Sustainability, Environment, Development & Planning
Abstract
Seeks to clarify issues that have arisen in the implementation of the 2006 Housing Transfer Programme. Sets out key amendments to Decent Homes policy, relevant to all in the delivery chain. Emphasises the importance of linking the delivery of decent homes to wider regeneration objectives. Presents a summary of the most recent definition of ‘decent home’ and a more detailed account. Explains how the Decent Homes standard should be implemented in the context of planning investment in the housing stock.
History
Product Code 06HC03962. Supersedes 2004 edition.
Subjects
- Residential development
- Planning and development
- Other planning disciplines
Publisher History
Now known as the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government. The Department for Communities and Local Government is a UK Government department that works to create thriving, sustainable, vibrant communities that improve everyone's quality of life. This includes housing, improving public services, regeneration, sustainability and the prevention of anti-social behaviour. They were formerly known as the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister.
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