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Registration with the Scottish Housing Regulator

Registration criteria

Guidance note SHR 08 sets out the criteria for admission to and removal from the register of social landlords. The following additional information highlights issues which organisations should consider, and covers key aspects we would normally examine when considering an application for registration. We have also provided answers to some frequently asked questions.

Criterion 1 – Eligibility

Criteria 2, 12, 13, 14 - Subsidiaries

Criterion 3 - Governance

Criterion 4 – Control and Influence

Criterion 5 – Equalities and Diversity

Criterion 6 – Community Empowerment

Criterion 7 – Board Restrictions

Criterion 8 – Other Requirements

Criterion 9 – Running the RSL

Criteria 10 – Staffing

Criterion 11 - Contracts

Criterion 15 – Sustainability/Strategic Role

Criterion 16 – Viability

Further information on governance and independence

Policies for providing service

Job descriptions and person specifications for senior management team:

• Chief Executive

• Finance Director

• Director of Housing

• Chief Executive of an LHO