RSH chief executive highlights how regulation can support housing growth
Summary
The Regulator of Social Housing chief executive said regulation can help support the delivery of more and better social homes by maintaining a stable environment for private investment and strong governance. He also noted ongoing housing need, additional grant funding opportunities, and a consultation-style discussion on how economic regulation could become more assertive, agile and innovation-friendly.
Why it matters
Residential property surveyors working in social housing, valuation or asset management should note the emphasis on governance, financial viability and investment conditions, as these influence development and stock improvement programmes. The focus on tackling damp and mould also remains relevant to property condition assessment and compliance work.
Key points
- RSH says stable regulation has supported private investment in social housing.
- Nearly half a million new homes have been delivered over the past 10 years, alongside improvements to existing homes.
- Damp and mould remain a cited issue in the sector.
- Over one million households are on waiting lists, indicating continued demand for social housing.
- RSH is seeking feedback on proposals to future-proof economic regulation and encourage innovation.
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