Ipswich Borough Council will consider adopting a new 5-year housing strategy next week, with plans to launch a public consultation if approved.
The big picture: The Housing Strategy and Homelessness & Rough Sleeping Strategy 2025-2030 aims to improve housing services in Ipswich, with five key priorities:
Providing high-quality advice
Focusing on early prevention
Working to end rough sleeping
Facilitating access to suitable accommodation
Building partnerships to support residents
Why it matters: The strategy will shape the council's approach to housing and homelessness over the next five years, impacting thousands of Ipswich residents.
Key details:
The Executive will vote on the strategy at its meeting on 10 September
If approved, a public consultation will run from 10 September to 8 October
Residents will be invited to complete an online survey
What they're saying: Councillor Alasdair Ross, Portfolio Holder for Housing, called the consultation "a crucial opportunity for us to hear directly from the people of Ipswich."
"It is vital that we understand the views and concerns of our community as we work towards ensuring safe, affordable, and quality housing for all," Ross said.
The bottom line: The council says public input will be "invaluable" in helping enhance housing standards, support vulnerable people, and build a "stronger, more resilient Ipswich."
