Housing Act 1985

[F13(1)In considering whether to give his approval to a scheme or variation the Secretary of State shall take into account, in particular—E+W

(a)the effect of the scheme on the extent and character of housing accommodation in the neighbourhood,

(b)over what period of time it is proposed that the disposal and redevelopment will take place in accordance with the scheme, and

(c)to what extent the scheme includes provision for housing provided under the scheme to be sold or let to existing tenants or persons nominated by the landlord;

and he shall take into account any representations made to him and, so far as they are brought to his notice, any representations made to the landlord.

(2)The landlord shall give to the Secretary of State such information as to the representations made to it, and other relevant matters, as the Secretary of State may require.]