Issue - meetings

Report of the Strategic Director of Housing and Customer Services

Presented by the Housing and Customer Services Portfolio Holder

The Housing and Customer Services Portfolio Holder presented the report, highlighting the area of land that was originally purchased by the authority for the development of housing.

Members were informed that the piece of land was acquired in the late 1980s, and the houses built around it were completed in 1991. The land was being used informally for dog walking and leisure pursuits but was now required for housing. Therefore, the authority had consulted widely before bringing the decision forward to Cabinet.

It was noted that a number of objections had been raised from local residents, however, the local ward member had no objections. Members believed the objections received were not insurmountable and utilisation of the land would give the authority 15 much needed retirement bungalows.

Councillor T Gillard informed the meeting that he had received some comments about the potential development but it was highlighted that the need for affordable housing outweighed the concerns raised.

It was moved by Councillor R Bayliss, seconded by Councillor N Rushton and

RESOLVED THAT:

The appropriation of land at Howe Road for housing purposes for the delivery of new residential properties be approved by Cabinet.

Reason for decision: To seek approval from Cabinet to the appropriation of land at Howe Road to deliver new council housing.