Dear Residents,
We recently sent out communications regarding the Council Tax Rebate and how our Debt and Welfare Advice Officer can help. Due to the large volumes of residents getting in contact, please be aware Jane will respond within 5 working days. If you are contacting her about this, please email or leave a message with your contact details and that it is about the Cost of Living.
Thank you for your patience.
The summer edition of the ccha Connections newsletter is here!
In this edition, find out about:
- Service updates, including repairs
- Cost of Living help
- We’re moving!
- And much more…
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We recently had our periodic in depth assessment (IDA) from the Regulator of Social Housing and have been re-graded as a V1 G2. Whilst this is still compliant, it is a downgrade in the area of governance.
Heather Thomas, Chair of ccha Board:
“We believe that the judgement is a fair assessment of our current position and we already have improvement plans in place to address some of the areas which the Regulator has highlighted. We are disappointed but feel confident that we can rise to the challenge and return to our G1 status in good time.”
Continuing our pledge to provide more affordable homes, we have completed our first development in Bromley: The Wollaston Collection. Completing in March 2022, this development provides 24 2-bedroom homes for Bromley residents, comprising of discounted London Affordable Rent, London Living Rent, Shared Ownership and Private Sales.
This great location offers nearby retail and transport links, making it an ideal residence for couples, families, and working individuals. Named after a historical scientist from Bromley, the development seamlessly integrates with surrounding areas. It’s an inclusive, exciting, and contemporary addition to the community.
Tracy Cullen, Chief Executive of ccha:
“As an organisation, we want to provide quality, affordable housing. It’s really important to us that you can’t label a ccha home, they’re all different and unique. I’m really proud of this development, it’s our first one in Bromley and we hope that our residents enjoy calling this their home.”
Our upcoming developments in Purley and Croydon will provide a further 41 affordable homes, with Angel Oak Point on Sheldon Street also become our new office.
Watch our Opening Ceremony video to find out more about this development.
The Prime Minister has announced today that the Government will extend the Right to Buy scheme to housing associations. We are waiting for further details to be released on how the scheme will run and eligibility requirements, but if you would like to find out more and stay up to date on developments, please visit https://www.ownyourhome.gov.uk/scheme/right-to-buy/housing-association-tenants/.
If you are interested in this scheme, please contact AmberC@ccha.biz who will note your interest and update you as we know more.
We do offer a Right to Acquire scheme which gives some residents the ability to buy their home if it was built or purchased by a housing association on or after 1st April 1997. You can find out more here https://ccha.biz/we-offer/right-to-acquire/.