Council House improvements are undertaken by the Project Group within the Housing Department. The type of work includes:

• Cavity Wall Insulation
• External Wall Insulation
• Window Replacement
• Reroofing
• Door Entry Installation
• Kitchen and Bathroom Modernisation
• External Refurbishments

A Stock Condition Survey has recently been undertaken on a cross-section of all types of property which will identify the work which may have to be carried out over the next 30 years to maintain the properties in good condition. In addition to this, information is obtained from the Area Surveyor and from surveys carried out by the Project Group. The Area Surveyor is one of the most valuable sources of information as they regularly visit properties in each area and will be aware of the need to incorporate certain works to particular addresses. From this selection process a variety of projects are created.

Each year the projects are reviewed and the work is prioritised. A report is then written and sent to Cabinet for approval.

Upon receipt of the Cabinet approval the Project Group Leader will then formulate a programme of work for that year. This will be based on the type and extent of work and particularly the time of year which it is to be undertaken since some works such as roofing and external wall insulation are more suited to the drier months.

Once the programme has been formulated and the projects allocated, the Surveyor will then arrange to carry out the survey and letters are sent to the relevant addresses with the necessary information.

If you need any further information please contact the Project Group on 01727 819489.

Council House Adaptations - Waiting List Information (27K)