Housing & Sustainable Development Directorate
Merton Council recently adopted a Corporate Landlord Model to manage its property portfolio, centralising responsibility for its extensive assets.
Merton Council's Cabinet approved a new Corporate Landlord Model for property management on September 21, 2026. This strategic shift aims to ensure the council's assets are safe, fit for purpose, and strategically planned for future organisational changes, according to a story published in September 2026.
The model centralises ownership and responsibility for managing the council's approximately 563 freehold titles. These assets include both operational and non-operational properties, many of which are ageing and facing increasing maintenance needs and rising costs. No further meetings are currently scheduled on this topic.
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