Housing policies and strategies

Housing policies and strategies set out our priorities, plans and approach to housing across Cumberland.

They explain how we will address housing needs, prevent homelessness and support communities.

Cumberland Housing Strategy

Sets out our long-term vision and priorities for housing across Cumberland, including improving existing homes and increasing the supply of affordable housing. It focuses on working with partners to meet housing needs, support communities and help people live healthy, independent lives.

Cumberland Housing Strategy 2025 to 2039

Homelessness prevention and rough sleeping strategy

Sets out how we will work with partners to prevent homelessness and rough sleeping across Cumberland. It focuses on early intervention, supporting people to stay in their homes where possible and helping them access suitable housing.

Homelessness prevention and rough sleeping strategy 2025 to 2030

Supported Housing Strategy 2026 to 2031

This strategy sets out our first Supported Housing Strategy, providing a strategic framework to guide the development, commissioning, and delivery of supported housing across the area.

Supported Housing Strategy 2026 to 2031

Home Adaptations and Assistance Policy including Disabled Facilities Grants

Find out how you can get a grant to adapt your home, including Disabled Facilities Grants and other support to help you live safely and independently.

Disabled Facilities Grants and home adaptations

Previous area housing strategies

Information from former council areas is still available:

Housing strategies for Allerdale