Private Sector Housing Services Policy
The Private Sector Housing Policy determines the range of services that we provide to homeowners, landlords and tenants living in private sector housing in Sheffield. The policy takes into account the wider legislative context and national, regional and local strategic frameworks within which we operate.
Policy Strategic Objectives and Goals
The policy aims to achieve the following three key strategic objectives and associated priorities by meeting the specific targets set out below:
- Address non-decent housing in the private sector and meet the government’s PSA7 target. The Council will aim to meet the Government’s target by ensuring 70% of private sector homes occupied by vulnerable people are made decent by 2010.
- Promote environmental sustainability and address fuel poverty in the private sector. Ensure the number of people facing fuel poverty is reduced and aim to significantly reduce the City’s carbon footprint.
- Create successful housing markets supported by the right quality and mix of private sector housing. The Council will license all 2,000 qualifying houses in multiple occupation within 2 years ensuring they meet minimum physical and management standards and will aim to ensure 50% of all landlords demonstrably meet standards set out in the responsible landlord scheme by 2010.
Downloads
Dowload a copy of Private Sector Housing Policy Services Assistance Policy (216 KB)
Download a copy of Private Sector Housing Policy Services Intervention and Enforcement Policy (92 KB)
Download a copy of Private Sector Housing Policy Services Equality Impact Assessment (263 KB)
Download a copy of Private Sector Housing Policy Services Delegations (30 KB)
Download the Private Sector Housing Services Policy Cabinet Report (105 KB)