We are asking
The Damp and Mould policy is an update to the Council’s current processes and follows the introduction of regulations requiring social landlords to address emergency hazards, including damp and mould, within strict timeframes where they pose an immediate and significant risk of harm.
The Council has a social housing portfolio of just over 2,300 homes and already provides damp and mould corrective maintenance and repairs.
We would like your feedback on the policy document to ensure the policy is clear, accessible, and meets the needs of tenants.
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The consultation is open until 5 March 2026
What can you Influence?
Whether the policy is clear and assessible meeting tenants needs.
What can't you Influence?
The regulations that require social landlords to address emergency hazards, including damp and mould, within strict timeframes where they pose an immediate and significant risk of harm.
You said
A six week consultation took place between 22 January 2026 and 5 March 2026. During the consultation, there were ten consultation responses received.
You have said the Damp and Mould Policy is clear and easy to understand, especially the definitions and reporting process. You also acknowledged the policy exists to protect tenants.
We did
At its meeting on 7 January 2026, the Executive of Fareham Borough Council approved the adoption of the Damp and Mould Policy.