Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: June 24, 2025

Purpose:

Content: RESOLVED: That Cabinet:   (1)   Agreed to cancel (write-off or credit note) the outstanding balance on the rent account for the reasons outlined in the report.   (2)   Amended the user clause and alienation provisions in the lease to allow for existing sublettings and licence arrangements to be regularised and provision for possible future sublettings.   (3)   Agreed to accept a revised rent as outlined in the Part 2 report. Future 5 yearly rent reviews to be in line with the increase in CPI.   REASON FOR DECISIONS: A previous agreement with the club in respect of repayment of arrears and level of new rent was never finalised and the Council continued to issue rent demands based on an historic rent review. The tenant paid rent on the basis of the new rent that they understood had been agreed. The uncertainty of treatment of the rent balance prevents the club from progressing with their financial plans to replace the pitch and invest in the site. The Council also needs to regularise the new rent, outstanding balance and authorise underlettings. It is in both parties interest to have clarity on the lease going forward, and for the future success of the club, its members and users of the facilities.