Issue details

Housing Needs Assessment

The Housing Needs Assessment will assist with quantifying our need for a range of different types of housing in Torbay, to provide a robust evidence base to inform commissioning decisions, support strategic investment from partners, and policy development, ensuring that future housing interventions are targeted, equitable, and responsive to the evolving needs of Torbay’s residents.

Decision type: Key

Reason Key: High level of public interest;

Decision status: For Determination

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Notice of proposed decision first published: 06/01/2026

Decision due: 14 Apr 2026 by Cabinet

Lead member: Cabinet Member for Housing and Finance

Lead director: Director of Adult and Community Services

Contact: Emma Crowther Email: Emma.Crowther@torbay.gov.uk.

Consultation process

Meetings and circulation of papers.

Consultees

All Members.

If you want to make representations contact:: Emma Crowther, Divisional Director, Adult Social Care, Adult Social Care Commissioning Team, c/o Torbay Council, Town Hall, Castle Circus, Torquay, emma.crowther@torbay.gov.uk