Wolverhampton residents, stakeholders and city partners are being invited to have their say on proposed updates to the council’s housing allocations policy.
The official public consultation is now open and will run until Wednesday, September 3, 2025.
The allocations policy outlines how the council prioritises and allocates housing to applicants, in accordance with Section 166A of the Housing Act 1996. It ensures that homes are allocated fairly and transparently to those in the greatest need.
Significant changes were last introduced in 2021. However, further updates are now being proposed to:
City of Wolverhampton Council Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for City Housing, Councillor Steve Evans, said: “We are delivering better homes for local people across the city and improving council housing.
“Of course, due to national factors and the financial pressures all councils are facing, we have limited housing stock - and this consultation is a vital piece of work to help frame how we best go about allocating our council homes.
“It is important people have their say and I would urge them to take part in the consultation on this policy, which addresses the challenges being experienced by residents.
“The objective is to ensure local people with the greatest housing need have the best opportunity to access suitable housing that best meets their needs, in a fair and transparent way.”
To take part in the consultation, please visit: https://consultation.wolverhampton.gov.uk/housing/housing-allocations-policy
In addition, there will be in-person events across the city to speak directly with residents, stakeholders, and partners. Dates and venues for these events will be confirmed and advertised during the consultation period.
All feedback gathered during the consultation will be thoroughly reviewed and carefully considered. The insights shared will directly inform the development of the revised policy, ensuring it reflects the needs, priorities, and aspirations of residents and communities.
