About major works

We carry out major works to maintain and improve council homes and estates.

Improving housing in Southwark is central to our wider plans to create a fairer future for all.

Residents must have access to appropriate, good quality and genuinely affordable homes.

Creating a sustainable borough that all residents can be proud of is our aim.

We carry out major works in order to maintain and improve our housing stock.

Priority change

Our major works Quality Homes Investment Programme are under review because of the new building and fire safety regulations introduced following Grenfell.

Complying with these regulations and ensuring residents are safe is our top priority.

We're currently carrying out:

• priority surveying of high-rise buildings that are 7 storeys and above
• checks on the external walls of private residential buildings that are 18 metres high and above
• electrical safety checks of council homes

We'll then work out our major works priorities.

Putting Residents First standards

Our Putting Residents First standards set out responsibilities during major works projects. 

They show:

• how we'll consult with you about major works
• how you can get involved
• your role at each stage

The standards were developed in consultation with residents.

They apply to everyone involved in carrying out major works to your home. This includes our contractors and professional technical advisers.

You can download the Putting Residents First Standards (PDF, 501KB) document for more information. 

For any queries about major works programmes, or the standards, contact the investment planning team online.

Homeowners

If you're a leaseholder or freeholder who pays us a service charge you can find out about major works charges.