Decision details

Authority for Legal Action to Obtain an Injunction Order to Allow the Council to Comply with the Gas Installations and Use Regulations 1998

Decision Maker: Director of Environment & Communities

Decision status: Recommendations Approved

Is Key decision?: No

Is subject to call in?: No

Decision:

To authorise legal proceedings, including enforcement proceedings, for the issuance of an Injunction Order that will allow the Council, its servants, or agents to enter the property at xx Steyne Street, Bognor Regis, PO21 1xx for the purpose of ensuring compliance with the Gas Installations and Use Regulations 1998. This authorisation is granted under the Group Head of Residential Services delegated authority as outlined in the Council's Constitution, Part 4, Section 3.

Reasons for the decision:

To comply with the statutory obligations under the Gas Installations and Use Regulations 1998, ensuring the safety and well-being of tenants and the legal requirement to maintain gas safety standards.

Alternative options considered:

No alternative options were considered, as the non-compliance with gas safety regulations poses a risk to health and safety. Legal action is the necessary step to ensure compliance.

Publication date: 09/05/2025

Date of decision: 02/08/2024