Decision details

The Executive considered a report in respect of a proposed Housing First Business Plan.

The Executive supported an addition to the recommendations instructing that a review of the Housing First Service Model be undertaken in 12 months’ time and reported back to the Executive.

It was RESOLVED:

1.     That the progress of the Stevenage Housing First approach to date in delivering sustainable outcomes for rough sleepers across the town be noted.

2.     That the funding secured from the Department of Levelling Up Housing & Communities and Hertfordshire County Council in supporting the Housing First approach in Stevenage be noted.

3.     That a revised Housing First Service Model based on 25-30 accommodation units through to March 2024, to help mitigate the risk of under occupancy and the associated costs that come with this, be approved, and that a review of this Model be carried out in 12 months’ time and reported back to the Executive.

Reason for Decision:  As contained in report.

Other Options considered:  As contained in report.