Decent Homes Standards

The Decent Homes Standard is a standard set by the UK Government for the condition of social homes, it does not cover shared owners, private renters or leaseholders.

As a social landlord, we must provide homes which:

* Meet the current statutory minimum standard for housing

* Are in a reasonable state of repair

* Have reasonably modern facilities

* Provide a degree of thermal comfort

The Decent Homes Standard also helps us to uphold the Safety and Quality aspect of the Regulator of Social Housing’s Consumer Standards 

How we Monitor the Decency of Your Home

We follow government Decent Homes guidelines when checking the condition of your home and deciding  if any work might be needed to continue to meet the necessary standards.

> We carry out stock condition surveys and use this information to plan any improvement works needed.

> We aim to survey every communal space, like hallways between flats, at least once every five years.

If you think your home does not meet the Decent Homes Standard, please let us know.

The government is currently reviewing the Decent Homes Standard and when this is complete Stoke on Trent Housing Society will ensure its stock continues to meet the standard.