Balmoral Castle and Darwin House - Block B Land Appropriation
October 31, 2025 Cabinet Member for Finance and Council Reform (Cabinet member) Key decision Approved 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 Cabinet Member for Finance and Council Reform approved the appropriation of Block B for planning purposes and delegated authority to the Executive Director for Regeneration, Economy and Planning to enact necessary arrangements. This decision was made on 31/10/2025. The Executive Director is authorised to deal with accounting adjustments, negotiate compensation for third-party rights, and approve legal documentation.
Full council record
Decision
Decision Taken: The Cabinet Member for
Finance and Council Reform approved the appropriation of Block B
for planning purposes and delegated authority to the Executive
Director for Regeneration, Economy and Planning to enact necessary
arrangements.
Reasons for Decision: The appropriation
of Block B for planning purposes from housing purposes and the use
of subsequent powers is recommended to ensure that the
redevelopment of Block B can proceed, meet the scheduled completion
date for the delivery of the housing and facilitate the delivery of
much needed homes in the community, with new buildings that are fit
for purpose.
Supporting Documents
Details
| Outcome | Recommendations Approved |
| Decision date | 31 Oct 2025 |
| Subject to call-in | Yes |