Strategic Housing Board
The Strategic Housing Board (SHB) is a vital part of our council. It brings together voices from across our community to guide and shape the future of housing in Gateshead.
What we discuss:
- tenant and community voice
- housing strategy
- residential and affordable housing development
- regeneration
- tackling homelessness
- independent living
- compliance
- home maintenance and management
- private sector housing
- sustainability
- waste management
- community safety
- inclusion
- community development
- planning policies
- partnership
- funding plans
- health and wellbeing
Board members
Our SHB consists of 21 dedicated members, including:
- 15 councillors, with one serving as Chair
- the Chair of the Health and Wellbeing Board
- the Chair of the Community Safety Partnership
- three tenant/leaseholder representatives
- three partner representatives
Tenant membership
Tenant representatives can serve up to six years over a maximum of two consecutive terms. The role is voluntary, but we cover expenses.
Meetings
We typically meet every month for two hours. Each member or representative is allowed to vote in the decisions we make.
Investing in you
Joining the SHB isn't just about contributing to your community. It's also about personal growth. We offer tailored training opportunities to each representative. This includes an introduction to Gateshead Council and social-housing topics.
Opportunities
While we don't have openings for tenant members right now, keep an eye on this space for updates. And if you're eager to make a difference now, why not explore joining our Resident Voice to shape and influence housing services.