NEW AFFORDABLE COUNCIL HOUSING AT ROYAL GARDENS, BISPHAM, BLACKPOOL (formerly Bispham High School)

July 13, 2026 Approved View on council website
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Decision

The Executive agreed the recommendations as outlined above namely:

  1. To agree the 40 new build two bed properties at Royal Gardens, Bispham, are received from the developer by the Council. 
  1. To approve the principal of appropriation of 40 new build two bed homes into the Housing Revenue Account (HRA) pursuant to s19(1) of the Housing Act 1985.
  1. To delegate authority to Director of Place to take receipt of the first 10 properties in the financial year 20026/2027, and the remaining 30 units when completed by the market house builder, in-line with delivery phasing and subject to the financial parameters outlined in the report including the use of retained Right to Buy receipts.

Related Meeting

Executive - Monday, 13 July 2026 - 6.00 pm on July 13, 2026

Supporting Documents

Appendix 3a Appropriation cost.pdf
Appendix 3c House type layout.pdf
EX29 Affordable Properties Royal Gardens Bispham.pdf
Item 3 Affordable Properties Royal Gardens Bispham.pdf
Appendix 3b Scheme layout and affordable unit locations.pdf

Details

ReferenceCall-ins0
OutcomeRecommendations Approved
Decision date13 Jul 2026
Effective from18 Jul 2026
Subject to call-inYes