Purpose

1.This property, due to its location and type
would command a higher than average market value (Housing Disposals
Policy; paragraph 3).
2.The property is in need of major work to remove any Health and
Safety rating system hazards or asbestos containing materials that
require a high level of ongoing management in conjunction with
extensive works to comply with Decent Homes provision i.e.
installation of a central heating system, rewiring, new kitchen and
bathroom, new windows.
3.This property, due to its age, Grade II listed, design and
location is expected to command a higher than average market value,
and due to its age and condition will incur higher than average
costs to maintain over the 30 year Business Plan (Housing Disposals
Policy; paragraph 5).

Decision

Approve the sale of 96 High Street, Hemel
Hempstead, HP1 3AQ via the open market.

Alternative options considered

The sale of the property is in line with the
Council's Housing Disposal Policy.