Decision details

1.            That the Mutual Exchange policy be amended, removing consent for all tenants to move to a property which has one bedroom more than their assessed bedroom need.

2.            That consent for exchanges where the accommodation was more extensive than was reasonably required by the tenant be refused, unless exceptional circumstances apply which may include one or more of the following:

              i.        The tenant is downsizing;

            ii.        The tenant is exchanging to older persons accommodation;

           iii.        The tenant has a Council confirmed medical or welfare need for a property which is larger than their assessed bedroom need;

           iv.        There are other exceptional circumstances as determined by the Council.

3.         That the Strategic Director: Services be authorised to amend the      Council’s Housing Mutual Exchange policy to reflect the above       including arrangements for appropriate assessments and appeals.