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2026 Views on the Draft Void Management Policy
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1 : Page 3, Section 1 – Introduction.
The introduction has been updated to include the definition of a Void Property as
“property owned or managed by Fyne Homes that is unoccupied and not generating rental income”
.
Do you agree with this definition?
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2 : Page 3, Section 2 – Aim of the Policy.
We have set out the aims of this policy to provide a clear understanding of what the policy is intended to achieve and why it exists.
Do you agree with this approach?
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3 : Page 4, Section 3 – Links to vision and strategic priorities
. We provide links to our vision and strategic priorities to show how the policy contributes to the organisation’s wider goals. This helps ensure that staff, tenants, and stakeholders can clearly understand the purpose of the policy, how it supports our long‑term direction, and how it aligns with our commitment to delivering high‑quality services.
Do you agree with this approach?
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4 : Page 4, Section 4 – Legal Framework
. We include the legal framework in the Policy to clearly set out the legislation and regulatory requirements that govern how Fyne Homes must operate.
Do you agree with this approach?
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5 : Page 4 to Page 7, Section 5 – Key Principles of the Void Management Policy.
Including the key stages of the void management process in the policy is important because it provides clarity and consistency for staff, ensures each part of the process is followed correctly, and supports efficient, transparent, and accountable management of empty properties.
Do you agree that this new section should be included?
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No
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6 : Page 6/7, Section 5.7 – Hard to Let Properties
. We have incorporated the section on
Hard to Let properties
directly into the Void Management Policy, meaning a separate policy is no longer required. This streamlined approach helps ensure consistency, reduces duplication, and makes it easier for staff and tenants to access all relevant information in one place.
Do you agree that Hard to Let properties should be included?
Yes
No
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7 : Page 7, Section 6 – Managing and Reporting.
Including the management and reporting of voids within the policy ensures a transparent, consistent, and accountable approach, enabling us to monitor performance effectively, meet regulatory expectations, and drive continuous improvement in how empty properties are returned to use.
Do you agree with this approach?
Yes
No
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8 : Page 9/10, Appendix 1 – Minimum Lettable Standard
. We have included a copy of our
Minimum Lettable Standard
within the policy, outlining the minimum condition and safety requirements that every property must meet before it is relet.
Please use this space if you have any comments on this standard.
Please use this space for any final comments you may have.
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