The Council has successfully bid for over £8m of government funding, through two different schemes, that will improve energy efficiency and the warmth of homes in the city that are most in need of heating upgrades.
The council’s new Shared Ownership scheme, which helps people buy part shares in a home they want to purchase, will see 15 new two, three and four-bedroomed homes become available between now and July 2023.
A new, five-year housing strategy has been approved that will enable older residents across Sheffield to live in safe, comfortable and accessible homes for longer with the support they need.
The Housing Revenue Account (HRA) for 2023/24 will be discussed at this week’s Housing Policy Committee which outlines how we propose to balance the HRA budget, what we’ve already achieved and what our priorities will be for the year ahead.
Families are now enjoying a revitalised Gaunt Shopping Precinct after renovations were carried out thanks to funding aimed at improving local high streets.
A brand new approach to housing those who most need short-term support has been approved – which will also help tackle the spiralling costs associated with temporary accommodation.
