The board has established a plan for improvements in the overall environmental performance of the stock, incorporating a series of milestones for example minimum Energy Performance Certificate levels by particular dates, to ensure that steady progress is made towards the ultimate long -term objective of net zero carbon by 2050.  Sufficient resources have been made available to fund the works required and the approach is informed by comprehensive, up-to-date stock condition information.   Where the cost of upgrading properties to an acceptable standard cannot be justified, a range of options are considered, including disposal and replacement with properties constructed to ensure a high level of environment performance.

The board requires assurance that sufficient resources have been made available and the necessary works procured to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements on energy efficiency by the agreed deadlines.  This includes any changes to the standards currently under consultation.