Decision details
Housing Damp and Mould Policy
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Decision status: Recommendations Approved (subject to call-in)
Is Key decision?: Yes
Is subject to call in?: No
Purpose:
To endorse the new policy to providing safe and well-maintained homes for our tenants. This policy provides a framework for meeting the requirements of Awaab’s Law and associated guidance, and defines how Brent Council will investigate, resolve and prevent occurrences of damp and mould within its managed housing stock.
Decision:
Cabinet RESOLVED:
(1) To endorse Brent’s new Damp and Mould Policy.
(2) To note the comments made on the status and next steps to deliver the policy commitments.
Wards Affected: (All Wards);
Contact: Katie Shevas, Change and Improvement Officer (Policy) Email: katie.shevas@brent.gov.uk.
Report author: Katie Shevas
Publication date: 27/07/2026
Date of decision: 27/07/2026
Decided at meeting: 27/07/2026 - Cabinet
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