This section gives a lead enforcement authority the power to enforce the provisions for which it is responsible, establishes in what circumstances it should do so and sets out the process it must follow. It also sets out the duties of local housing authorities in relation to this process.
	Some local housing authorities may lack the capacity and capability to enforce these measures in particularly complex cases. A lead enforcement authority may provide an opportunity to create a centre of expertise on the relevant legislation and can act as a backstop for enforcement.
Part 4: Enforcement Chapter 2 – Enforcement Authorities Section 113: Enforcement by the lead enforcement authority Background