Issue - meetings

That the Committee supports the progress made in delivering private sector homes improvement loans.

The Enterprise and Regeneration Manager presented a report on the Home Improvement Loan programme which provided a cost-effective way of improving the quality of life and well-being of Flintshire households.  He provided an overview of the criteria for the three types of loan products in the programme which was mainly funded by Welsh Government (WG).  The re-launch of the programme would coincide with the restructuring of the team.

Councillor Bithell said that the re-launch would help to encourage homeowners to bring empty properties back into use which could have a positive impact on the housing waiting list.

In response to comments, the Enterprise and Regeneration Manager agreed to follow-up Councillor Shotton’s comments regarding a converted building in Connah’s Quay.  He advised Councillor Cox to refer his concerns about long-term empty properties to the Environmental Health team.

The recommendation was moved by Councillor Palmer and seconded by Councillor Ron Davies.

RESOLVED:

That the Committee supports the progress made in delivering private sector homes improvement loans.