Braintree District Council' aims to initiate well maintained affordable housing for local residents' in line with best value and the principles of:

Energy efficiency.Affordable warmth.To improve the Energy Efficiency of the District's Housing through effectively targeting resources and ensuring Tenants receive advice on the effective management of their homes.To offer affordable whole house warmth to District residents in order to combat fuel poverty and the associated health problems.To ensure that suitable forms of home heating are provided that minimise the emission of carbon dioxide.

The Warm Front Scheme provides Government grants towards the cost of energy efficiency improvements to your home.