dedicated housing officer
Croydon Council is assigning a dedicated housing officer to clear a backlog in aids and adaptations for residents.
Croydon Council is assigning a dedicated housing officer to address a backlog of 123 cases for aids and adaptations for residents, as reported in April 2026. This role is part of a broader effort that includes implementing a new procurement process, with specialist contractors planned to be in place by September 2026.
The dedicated housing officer will focus specifically on clearing the backlog of necessary modifications for residents. The council also stated its commitment to adapting approximately eight to nine properties annually using Disabled Facilities Grants, as part of its ongoing work.
Key facts
- Croydon Council is assigning a dedicated housing officer. Source
- The officer will tackle a backlog of 123 cases for aids and adaptations. Source
- Specialist contractors are planned to be in place by September 2026. Source
- Croydon Council aims to adapt 8-9 properties per year using Disabled Facilities Grants. Source
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