Purpose

A report recommending decisions that need to
be taken in order to move forward with the next steps of the
devolution of compulsory purchase powers to the Council under the
existing Level 2 devolution deal that was agreed with Government in
March 2024.

Decision

That Cabinet:
 
1.    
Accepts the devolution to the Council from the Government of the
Housing and Regeneration functions (including the Homes England
Compulsory Purchase powers) pursuant to the Level 2 Devolution Deal
which was agreed in March 2024; and
 
2.    
Authorises the Chief Executive to agree the draft Regulations
relating to the devolution of the Housing and Regeneration
functions (including the Homes England Compulsory Purchase powers)
with the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government
(MHCLG) and to consent to the making of the Regulations on behalf
of the Council.