Appendix 1 - Role and Remit

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Appendix 1 
PERTH & KINROSS COUNCIL                 
AFFORDABLE HOUSING MEMBER/OFFICER WORKING GROUP 
Role and Remit: 
• To provide strategic leadership and direction on the priorities and delivery of
the Strategic Housing Investment Plan and all aspects of the provision of
affordable housing in Perth & Kinross. 
• To monitor the delivery of affordable housing targets (Council, RSL and private
developers) and their effectiveness in meeting the key strategic priorities as
agreed within the Local Housing Strategy. 
• To consider the financial issues arising from the provision of affordable housing
in relation to delivery, value for money and affordability to tenants. 
• To respond to proposals, guidance and consultation papers on Housing and
Planning regarding the provision of affordable housing. 
• To consider best practice in the provision of affordable housing, focusing on
experience in other parts of the UK and in the European community. 
Membership: 
Convener of Housing and Social Wellbeing Committee
3 Elected Members and Provost – SNP, Independent, Labour and Conservative 
Executive Director (Communities)
Senior Service Manager – Housing
Strategy and Policy Manager (Communities)
Team Leader - Housing and Policy (Communities) 
Frequency of Meetings: 
Meetings to be held over a 6-month period, as frequently as required.