Issue - meetings

To consider the responses received from a broad cross-section of Southwark residents on the borough-wide principles, the second phase of the 11,000 new council homes consultation, covering sites for new council homes.

RESOLVED:

1.  That the responses received from a broad cross-section of Southwark residents on the borough-wide principles, the second phase of the 11,000 new council homes consultation, covering sites for new council homes, design and neighbourhoods be welcomed.

2.  That it be noted that the consultation engaged around 2,500 people.

3.  That the significant number of responses indicating the importance of high quality design indistinguishable from private housing, safe and well-lit areas and good access to public transport and GPs be acknowledged.

4.  That it be noted that the majority of respondents expressed that new council homes should be highly energy efficient, well sound-proofed and spacious to cater for families, and for there to be well-maintained green space, communal sports facilities and opportunities for residents to interact at community events.

5.  That officers be instructed to undertake a desktop capacity study or site visit, as appropriate, for each of the 86 sites suggested by residents as locations for new council homes and publicly publish initial findings by April 2016.

6.  That officers be tasked with outlining how the consultation feedback obtained can be further incorporated into delivery plans for the development of the 11,000 council homes programme and reporting back to cabinet by April 2016.