Proposed acquisition of 10 new homes, Abbey Park Road, Leicester LE4 5ET
October 5, 2026 City Mayor (Individual Decision) (Cabinet member) Key decision Awaiting outcome View on council websiteThis summary is generated by AI from the council’s published record and supporting documents. Check the full council record and source link before relying on it.
Summary
The City Mayor decided to approve the purchase of 10 three-bedroom new build houses at 49 Abbey Park Road, Leicester, LE4 5ET on 05/10/2026. This acquisition will be financed from a £50m budget approved by Full Council. The decision aims to increase the supply of emergency homelessness accommodation for small families.
Full council record
Decision
To approve:
The purchase of 10 3 bedroomed new build houses at 49 Abbey Park Road, Abbey Meadows, Leicester, LE4 5ET.
This would be financed from the £50m budget approved by Full Council in February 2026 to be retained by the General Fund.
Reasons for the decision
To increase the supply of emergency homelessness for small family accommodation and to release pressure on temporary accommodation in the Housing Register.
Supporting Documents
Details
| Outcome | For Determination |
| Decision date | 5 Oct 2026 |
| Effective from | 13 Oct 2026 |
| Subject to call-in | Yes |