Voids policy - 4. Aims

We aim to manage empty/void properties and carry out all necessary repairs and maintenance work required to re-let the home as quickly as possible, so that we can:

  • make good quality homes available for letting as soon as practical to meet demand for affordable rented housing in the borough
  • comply with legislation with regards to gas, electric, asbestos and fire regulations
  • ensure homes are let to a safe and secure standard and to the agreed quality and decent standard
  • minimise rent loss so we can continue to invest this income into improving your home
  • minimise the costs associated with managing voids. Empty/void properties can be targets for vandalism, fly-tipping and squatting, which have a negative impact on the community and can result in increased costs in repairing damage

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