The Decent Homes Standard
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Everyone is entitled to live in a home which is warm, has modern facilities and is in a good state of repair.That's what the Government has laid down by law and housing departments like ours in Birmingham are working towards ensuring that council homes meet the Decent Homes Standard by 2010.
There is a minimum standard that the housing department and housing associations have to meet, however some landlords will want to carry out work to a higher standard than that defined by the Government. This may include fitting double glazed windows, improving security or working to make the local environment better, provided the money to do the work is available.
A decent home can be defined as one that:
- meets the current statutory minimum standard for housing
- is in a reasonable state of repair
- has reasonably modern facilities and services
- provides a reasonable degree of thermal comfort
Full details can be found on the Communities and local government website, or read our summary attached below.