Role of Local Government in Housing

Role of local government in housing i. Examination of the housing conditions of the area, estimation of demand including the requirement of special groups such as the aged, physically handicapped and the homeless ii. Assessment of the housing supply including the physical condition of the existing dwelling and the size and scope of the building and acquisition program of all the agencies involved iii. Research to assess housing need to ensure that all available resources are used to the best advantage of the community at large iv. Briefing architects to include advice on the types and mix of dwellings and the social, management and maintenance aspects of layout and design, taking into account community requirement and preferences v. Overall responsibility for the local authority housing program including development of estates, slum clearance redevelopment, rehousing and demolition vi. Advice and management of all housing authority properties, estates and ancillary amenities, temporary accommodation and areas awaiting development; including rent collection and accounting; Recovery of arrears and possession; the establishment of a sound relationship between the tenants and the housing authority as landlords; and fostering of good social relationship and community development vii. Allocations of housing accommodation; and the administration of suitable arrangement to facilitate transfers and mutual exchanges between occupiers of all types of accommodation viii. Assessment of fair rents and the administration of the rent rebate/allowance schemes operated by the local authority ix. Repairs and maintenance of local authority dwellings and other estate properties x. Housing welfare and liaison with social services xi. Administration of a housing aid and advice service to individuals, including advice on rent act and housing act matters, landlord and tenant relationship, house purchase and mortgages, property improvements and