Housing allocations policy and scheme

2. Aims of the Allocation Policy and Scheme

1. 2.1. In the borough of Great Yarmouth the demand for social housing exceeds available supply.  Therefore, this Housing Allocation Policy and Scheme seeks to meet the following aims:
   • ensure people in the greatest housing need have the greatest opportunity to access suitable housing that best meets their needs
   • to prevent and relieve homelessness
   • to make best use of all social housing stock
   • to help the Council meet statutory and strategic aims
   • to help contribute to the development of sustainable communities
2. 2.2. Whilst this Policy is intended to be comprehensive, the Council recognises that it is not possible to cover every eventuality. In special cases with exceptional needs, the Head of Strategic Housing has the discretion to award additional priority and approve offers of accommodation taking into consideration all factors relevant to the application and best use of housing stock.