Issue - decisions

(i)  To approve the proposals for a public consultation for an additional HMO licensing scheme in Banister and Polygon, Bevois, Bargate, Portswood, Swaythling, Bassett, Freemantle, Shirley and Millbrook wards. The proposed start of the consultation is from 3rd December 2024 for twelve weeks.

(ii)  To consider the outcome of the consultation at its meeting on 25th March 2025 and, if appropriate, designates the proposed area as being subject to additional HMO licensing, which will come into effect in May 2025, following required publication and advertising of scheme.