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Housing briefings

The Audit Commission produced a series of housing briefings on different themes to capture key messages from the Commission's former research in these areas, and provide links to relevant national publications, case studies and tools.

We also produced briefings for other sectors including local government, community safety, fire and rescue, and children and young people.

 
 
Leasehold management briefing: A different perspective
30 January 2012
The proportion of leasehold properties managed by social landlords varies widely. Leaseholds can comprise up to 40 per cent of the properties they manage. In some areas the figure may be just 1 – 2 ...
Allocations and lettings briefing: Delivering quality homes to the right people
30 January 2012
Councils and social landlords have to give potential tenants choice in housing. Allocation services give effective choice when procedures are transparent, understandable, and accessible.
Involving residents in housing briefing
30 January 2011
Lack of clarity about why social housing providers involve residents can create confusion and unrealistic expectations among residents.
Estate management briefing: Delivering a safe and pleasant environment for residents
30 January 2011
An effective estate management service ensures clean, tidy and attractive estates.
Homelessness and housing advice briefing
30 January 2011
Homelessness reflects an inadequate supply of affordable housing in areas where people want to live. But there are broader issues, where people face social and financial problems that make it ...
Managing empty properties briefing
30 January 2011
Empty homes are more than a question of money. They can cause problems for neighbours and, in the longer term, they can reduce the value of properties and attract squatters.
Housing improvements, maintenance and repairs briefing
30 January 2011
Tenants want landlords to deliver good improvements, maintenance and repairs services.
Private rented sector housing briefing
30 January 2011
The private rented sector has grown in recent years and is now a significant part of the housing market. Overseeing the standard of the homes provided by private landlords is a challenge for local ...