Decision

There are confidential appendices to this report, which are exempt by virtue of paragraph 3 of Schedule 12A of Part 1 of Schedule 12a of the Local Government Act 1972 because they contain information relating to the financial or business affairs of any particular person (including the authority holding that information)

Reasons for the decision

The property is currently occupied by the tenant under a Tenancy at Will. 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

Not grant the lease and obtain vacant possession:

Benefit - N/A

Disbenefit - No alternative users have expressed an interest. The Council would be liable for costs whilst vacant