Decision

Salford City Council - Record of Decision (Cabinet)

I Councillor Tracy Kelly, Statutory Deputy City Mayor, in exercise of the powers contained within the City Council Constitution do hereby approve:

• The Asset Management Strategy (AMS) and Community Asset Transfer (CAT) Policy.
• Endorse the strategic direction and governance approach.
• Support directorate engagement in the development and implementation of the Asset Management Toolkit (AMT).

The Reasons are:

The Asset Management Strategy (AMS) 2026–2028 sets out a corporate, data?driven and financially sustainable approach to managing Salford City Council’s £627 million land and property portfolio. It aligns the estate with the Corporate Plan 2024–2028, supports service transformation, and strengthens the Council’s ability to deliver inclusive growth, regeneration and Net Zero 2038.

A refreshed Community Asset Transfer (CAT) Policy accompanies the AMS, providing a transparent and consistent framework for the sub?market use of Council assets by voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise (VCFSE) organisations. Together, the AMS and CAT Policy ensure that assets are used sustainably, deliver measurable social value, and support resilient communities.

Options considered and rejected were:Not applicable

Assessment of Risk: Low

The source of funding is: Not applicable

Legal Advice obtained:Supplied by: Gaynor Corfe, Head of Regeneration: Manchester City Council Legal Services 01/05/26

All disposals must comply with the Local Government Act 1972, General Disposal Consent 2003, Subsidy Control Act 2022 and relevant health and safety legislation

Prior to any disposals taking place the Council will need to ensure that all necessary consents and approvals are obtained to protect the Council and comply with all relevant legislation, regulatory and constitutional requirements.

Financial Advice obtained:Supplied by: Rafeeah Khan, Senior Accountant 01/05/26

This report seeks approval for a new Asset Management Strategy (2026–2028) and a refreshed Community Asset Transfer Policy, providing a more strategic, consistent and sustainable approach to the management of the Council’s land and property assets. It introduces a corporate, data led framework to improve value for money, support effective service delivery, enable regeneration and strengthen the Council’s long term financial resilience, while ensuring a clear and equitable approach to community use of Council assets.

There are no immediate direct financial implications arising from this report. However, as the strategy is implemented, any future costs or additional resourcing requirements will be identified and, where appropriate, considered through the Council’s Medium Term Financial Plan.

Overall, the strategy strengthens value for money and ensures that the Council’s estate makes a positive contribution to long term financial sustainability.

Procurement Advice obtained:  Not applicable

HR Advice obtained: Not applicable

Climate Change Advice obtained:

The Asset Management Strategy makes a significant contribution to Salford’s climate objectives by embedding sustainability and carbon reduction into all estate?related decision?making. The strategy supports the Council’s commitment to achieving Net Zero by 2038 by prioritising energy?efficient buildings, reducing operational emissions, and improving the environmental performance of the corporate estate. Through enhanced data, condition surveys and the Asset Management Toolkit, the Council will be able to identify high?carbon assets, target investment where it has the greatest impact, and ensure that future acquisitions, disposals and refurbishments align with low?carbon design principles. The strategy also promotes biodiversity, sustainable construction, and climate?resilient neighbourhoods, ensuring that the Council’s land and property portfolio actively contributes to a greener, more resilient Salford.

The following documents have been used to assist the decision process:

• Asset Management Strategy (2026 – 2028)
• Community Asset Transfer Policy
  
  

Contact Officer:        Jo Ivison – Head of Strategic Asset Management                                

Telephone number:07591 350078

-       The appropriate scrutiny to call-in the decision is the Growth and Prosperity Scrutiny Committee.               

Signed:                     Tracy Kelly              Dated:            23.06.26                                          

Statutory Deputy City Mayor

For Democratic Services use only

This decision was published on 23.06.26                                           

This decision will come in force at 4.00 p.m. on 30.06.26                                                   unless it is called-in in accordance with the Decision Making Process Rules.