Lambeth Council's plans
Lambeth Council is focusing on increasing social rent housing and bringing empty homes back into use to address the borough's housing crisis.
Lambeth Council is set to increase its provision of social rent housing as part of its strategy to address the borough's housing crisis. This plan, outlined by Councillor Pete Elliott, Cabinet Member for Housing, in July 2026, includes bringing more empty homes back into use, developing on council-owned land, and collaborating with registered providers. The council aims to shift away from relying on private sales for cross-subsidy.
The Housing Scrutiny Sub-Committee discussed these plans in July 2026, which prioritise the delivery of council homes or social homes. The council's approach involves a strategic shift to tackle the housing crisis, focusing on direct provision and partnership rather than previous funding models.
Key facts
- Lambeth Council plans to significantly increase its provision of social rent housing. Source
- The Housing Scrutiny Sub-Committee met on 2026-07-14 to discuss the council's housing plans. Source
- Plans include bringing more empty homes back into use and developing on council-owned land. Source
- Councillor Pete Elliott, Cabinet Member for Housing, outlined the administration's priorities. Source
- The council aims for a shift away from reliance on private sales for cross-subsidy. Source
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