Local Lettings Policies
This section contains any Local Lettings Policies Currently in Place.
In certain circumstances there will be a requirement for individual or a group of properties to be considered and let under a local letting policy agreement for a time limited period. This will be done for a specific identified purpose such as to promote community safety and community cohesion or improve contract holder sustainability.
Current Local Lettings Policies in place -
Adulum Court (Phase 2 - Old CAB site) Tramroadside, Merthyr Tydfil CF47 0AF
Applicants bidding on properties at this address will be required to be over 50 years of age and any offer would subject to a satisfactory police check while the Local letting policy is in place.
83 - 90 Forsythia Close, Gurnos, Merthyr Tydfil CF47 9DS
Any offer of a property at this address will be subect to a satisfactory police check, and decisions may be made based on any safeguarding concerns as per the Allocations of community housing policy.
Waunwyllt Court, Chapel Street, Abercaniad, Merthyr Tydfil
Any offer of a property at this address will be subect to a satisfactory police check, and decisions may be made based on any safeguarding concerns as per the Allocations of community housing policy.
Riflers Court, Pant, Merthyr Tydfil
Any offer of a property at this address will be subect to a satisfactory police check, and decisions may be made based on any safeguarding concerns as per the Allocations of community housing policy.
Ty Brynseion
Applicants bidding on properties at this address will be required to be over 50 years of age and any offer would subject to a satisfactory police check while the Local letting policy is in place.
The Coppice - New Development
Purpose
This Local Letting Plan is introduced under the Housing (Wales) Act 2014, specifically Section 95, which places a duty on housing associations to co-operate with local authorities in tackling homelessness and allows flexibility in allocation schemes to promote sustainable communities. It also aligns with Part 6 of the Housing Act 1996, as amended, requiring reasonable preference for those in greatest housing need, in agreement with Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council (MTCBC) and Merthyr Tydfil Housing Association (MTHA).
Scope
Applies to initial lettings at The Coppice, a new development by Merthyr Tydfil Housing Association (MTHA). Operates alongside the Merthyr Tydfil Common Allocations Policy and Welsh Government’s Code of Guidance on Allocation of Accommodation and Homelessness, which permits local letting arrangements to support community cohesion and tenancy sustainability.
Key Principles
- Homes will be allocated across Priority Band 1, Band 1 (Reduced), and Band 2, ensuring evidenced housing need is met.
- The plan promotes a balanced mix of households to reduce risk of anti-social behaviour and create a sustainable community.
- All allocations will comply with statutory duties under the Housing (Wales) Act 2014 and Welsh Government guidance.
- Grant -funded “off the shelf” properties will be allocated in line with Welsh Government cascade priorities, giving precedence to households in temporary accommodation or at risk of homelessness with evidenced housing need, to support rapid and sustainable rehousing.
Duration
This plan is time-limited and will end once all properties in the development are allocated. Subsequent lettings will revert to the standard Allocations Policy.
Legislative & Policy References
- Housing (Wales) Act 2014, Sections 95 & 62–75 (duties to prevent and relieve homelessness).
- Housing Act 1996, Part 6 (Allocation of Housing Accommodation).
- Welsh Government Code of Guidance on Allocation of Accommodation and Homelessness (supports local letting plans for community cohesion).
Equality Impact Assessment
An Equality Impact Assessment has been completed in accordance with the Equality Act 2010 to ensure that this Local Letting Plan does not disadvantage any protected group and promotes fairness and transparency.