Issue details

Summary
The Housing Delivery Test measures rates of housebuilding against nationally defined levels of need. The 2024 and 2025 Housing Delivery Tests were published in August 2026, with a result of 60% for Medway. The government requires councils to prepare a Housing Delivery Test action plan where rates of housebuilding fall beneath defined targets. The Council is required to publish the action plan by February 2027. The report will outline the purpose of this document, rates of housing delivery in Medway, and advise on implications for the authority. Approval will be sought to publish the action plan, to meet government requirements.

Access to Information
The report together with any other documents being considered (unless they contain exempt information) will be available for inspection 5 clear days before the decision is taken by the Cabinet. Copies are available on the Council's website or requested from Democratic Services Medway Council, Gun Wharf, Dock Road, Chatham, Kent, ME4 4TR or email democratic.services@medway.gov.uk. If you wish to submit information to the Cabinet about the item please also contact Democratic Services.