We want your say about Council Housing'
'Gateshead Council is reviewing it's Lettings policy and would like your views on how we should allocate Council housing stock. We would be grateful if you could complete the attached questionnaire |and return it to us on or before 14 March 2008. Please contact Housing Services Manager Lisa Philliskirk 4332689 or Quality and Standards manager Phil Walker 4332735 if you require further information.
Tenancy Agreement Update
The current Tenancy Agreement has been in use since October 2000 and due to new legislation introduced through the Housing Act 2004, in particular relating to Right to Buy and anti-social behaviour, the agreement had to be revised... READ MORE|
Housing Strategy 2007- 2012
A study looking at the housing and support needs of people living in the Borough was undertaken during 2006. The information from this research has helped the Council to develop priorities for housing. In consultation with residents; partners and stakeholders, we have used the consultation responses to develop our Housing Strategy for 2007 – 2012.
The Housing Strategy supports the Council's Corporate Priorities by delivering key regeneration projects; attracting more people to live, work , visit and study in Gateshead; it supports more older people and people with disabilities to live independently and will help to build cohesive and diverse communities.
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Housing Strategy for Older People 2007-2012
In 2006 the Council carried out a comprehensive study to determine the aspirations of older people. This information was used to inform a Housing Strategy for Older People 2007-2012|.
Through the Housing Strategy for Older People we will continue to make Gateshead a place where older people want to live.
Appraisal of the Housing, renewal and Sustainability needs Of rural areas of Gateshead
Gateshead Council commissioned a Rural Sustainability Study during 2006 which was undertaken by the University of Northumbria and Banks of the Wear. The research aims to develop proposals and options for intervention that will support the long term sustainability of rural communities. READ MORE|
Older Persons Aspirations in Gateshead
Results from a study on Older Persons Aspirations in Gateshead has been undertaken by Outside UK. This study includes the need for older people to achieve and sustain a good quality of life in good standard, accessible and appropriate housing, specifically considering the needs and aspirations of BME elders living with our communities READ MORE|
Housing Strategy Consultation Event 6 October 2006
News from the consultation event held in October 2006 READ MORE| (PDF 1.8mb)
Current Research: Housing Needs and Social Care Survey
The Government expects all local authorities to carry out a housing needs assessment of their Borough at least every five years. The last Housing Needs Assessment was undertaken during 2002 but is now significantly out of date... READ MORE|
Housing Strategy Annual update 2006
The Housing Strategy 2003-08 was agreed by the Council in October 2003 and was assessed as ‘fit for purpose’ by the Government Office North East (GONE)... READ MORE|