Decision

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To agree to the letting of Church Farm, Haddenham on a new Farm Business Tenancy on the agreed terms

Reasons for the decision

The property is currently vacant. The terms of the letting are in line with the market. The proposed letting will generate a revenue to support delivery of the
Council’s services and meeting the Council’s obligations under Section 123 of the Local Government Act 1972

Alternative options considered

Let to an alternative party
Benefit: None
Disbenefit: Applicants have been through a rigorous
assessment process to ensure the most suitable applicant has been chosen

Sell the property
Benefit: Would generate a capital receipt
Disbenefit: Does not generate an ongoing revenue

Don’t proceed
Benefit: None
Disbenefit: No revenue generated
Ongoing repair and maintenance liability