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To agree an extension of 2 months in the
timetable for a court hearing date to be set, to allow further time
for the new lease between the Council and the tenant, Positano
Trading Limited, to be concluded; and any further extension
necessary to conclude the lease.
This follows the original DA dated 13.08.2025 authorising the
service of the S.25 notice served with the original expiry date of
16th March 2026 in connection with the lease renewal.

Reasons for the decision

The lease is a protected tenancy under Part II
of the Landlord & Tenant Act 1954 and were an extension in
timescale not agreed, the court would be contacting the parties to
set a court hearing date which would be premature given the
progress made in negotiations to date.

Alternative options considered

The decision meets the statutory / policy
requirements for the Council and there were no alternative options
available apart from a court hearing date being set which would be
premature and involve the council in increased costs which are not
necessary at this stage.