Agenda item - Mutual Exchange Incentive Scheme Proposal

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21.1    Nick Kitson presented the report stating that other Council’s such as Harlow and Cambridge have been cross referenced and found that there were positives such as financial benefits and a quick changeover if agreed by committee. He noted that money was set aside this financial year and that it is already available.

21.2    Dave Eve stated the financial incentive is large.

21.3    Tracey Cox stated there were elderly tenants in the area residing in 4 bed houses who have been told they cannot downsize to 2 bed.

21.4    Nick Kitson stated that it will not be a black and white issue. He noted that for the moment this is the best medium while acknowledging the hard decisions needed to be made.

21.5    Terence Hill highlighted a typo regarding the date which referred to 2016.

21.6    Nick Kitson acknowledged and apologised for this mistake.

21.7    RESOLVED – That the panel agreed to note the report.