All Regulations articles – Page 3
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NewsNotting Hill Genesis accounts not ready in time for AGM
But G15 landlord hopeful it won’t miss statutory deadline for second successive year
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In FocusCould the shadow of Grenfell trigger more Ardmore-style collapses of housing contractors?
The contractor’s legacy housing business went into administration due to the weight of building safety issues on its books. Joey Gardiner asks whether we are likely to see other companies suffer the same fate
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NewsSouthend council fails consumer standards with C3 grade
Regulator’s inspection finds electrical safety failings, more than 900 overdue repairs and poor data management across Essex council’s housing stock
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CommentRent convergence and decent homes: getting the balance right
The government and providers are facing difficult choices but it’s important that the impact of rent changes on households is understood, writes Daisy Armstrong
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NewsVistry and L&Q secure first gateway 2 approvals after 13-month wait
‘Major milestone’ as two buildings signed off for 300-home scheme in west London
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NewsRegulator decides against requiring smaller social landlords to submit tenant satisfaction data
Decision follows pilot with 124 organisations
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NewsCIH announces learning unit exemption for experienced members
Move latest by the institute to help members meet new Competence and Conduct Standard
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CommentThinking holistically and increased funding for social landlords: how to improve the decency of our homes
The government’s proposed revamped Decent Homes standard is a crucial framework, but the plans could be improved, writes Mary Anne Bowring
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NewsRevamped Decent Homes Standard should not include communal and shared outdoor spaces, says G15
Sector bodies, including CIH and NHF, raise concerns about cost of proposed requirements as consultation closes
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NewsRisk management key to keeping tenants safe, RSH report finds
Regulator sets out key learning in its first annual casework review
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In FocusThe plan to cut the gateway 2 backlog: Key points from Tuesday’s parliamentary hearings on the BSR
This week saw an unusual amount of scrutiny of the Building Safety Regulator, with committees in both the Commons and the Lords examining the issue. Daniel Gayne watched the debates to find out where the troubled institution is headed
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NewsLGA calls for ‘minimum’ £2 a week rent convergence with flexibilities for further increases
G15 wants £3 convergence
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CommentOnly a £3 rent convergence premium can restore housing associations’ financial capacity quickly enough
As the government’s consultation on how to re-introduce the policy closes, Paul Hackett makes the case for a higher ceiling on rent increases.
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CommentThe government has thrown its support behind housebuilders, now it must translate into action
Labour is enacting the biggest change to planning for 30 years – it is essential momentum continues, writes Wayne Douglas
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NewsTaylor Wimpey and Pocket Living figures among six appointed to building regulations review panel
New panel will review approved documents in line with Grenfell Inquiry recommendations
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CommentRushanara Ali case shows why Renters’ Rights Bill needs careful handling
The new legislation has a laudable aim but it must not end up removing thousands of homes from the market for 12 months, warns David Smith
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NewsSocial rents have fallen “significantly” in past decade, says Housing Forum
Membership body pleased to see rent convergence proposals
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NewsFresh gateway 2 guidance published in bid to speed up building safety approvals
Latest advice from Construction Leadership Council comes after official figures admit wait time for sign-off is nine months
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NewsKensington and Chelsea Council lifts ban on Grenfell insulation firm Siderise
Insulation manufacturer Siderise previously said decision by council was ‘without foundation or justification’
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CommentWill the gateway 2 building safety delays lead to more disputes?
As planning gridlock keeps schemes on hold and fingers are pointed, who will carry the can for delay costs, asks Sarah Rock