Decision details

Lower Bristol Road Gypsy and Traveller Site Allocation Policy

Decision Maker: Cllr Tim Ball

Decision status: Approved

Is Key decision?: No

Is subject to call in?: Yes

Purpose:

This policy will articulate how vacant pitches on the Lower Bristol Road Gypsy & Traveller Site will be allocated

Decision:

The Cabinet Member agrees:

(1) That the proposed Pitch Allocation Scheme contained in Appendix 2 is adopted.

Reasons for the decision:

The Council is required to adopt and publish a housing allocations scheme which articulates how social housing, including gypsy and traveller pitches, is allocated.  The implementation of this policy will ensure that these allocations create a balanced community where people choose live, make the best use of the available pitches and ensure that those in greatest need are prioritised.

Alternative options considered:

None

Publication date: 09/01/2015

Date of decision: 08/01/2015

Effective from: 17/01/2015

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