Decision details

To consider declaring lands south of Greenacres, Westfield surplus to County Council requirements, and options for disposal

38.1     The Lead Member considered a report by the Chief Operating Officer.

DECISIONS

38.2     The Lead Member RESOLVED to: (1) declare lands off Greenacres Road, Westfield, surplus to the County Council’s operational requirements; and

(2) delegate authority to the Chief Operating Officer to secure best value terms for a disposal in accordance with S.123 of the Local Government Act 1972.

Reasons

38.3     The property offers no future operational use for the County Council and if retained could continue to incur security and maintenance costs. Part of the land has been previously licenced to adjacent houseowners, who may be interested in a purchase.