Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Decision Made

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: June 26, 2025

Purpose: It is proposed to grant a lease to the current Operator of the Café in the Amelia Scott Centre.  This will benefit the landlord by extending the period of occupation under the current agreement and increase the base rent.

Content: RESOLVED –   That Cabinet approves the grant of the lease as referred to in this report and the Appendices.   That delegated authority is granted to the Head of Economic Development and Property in consultation with the Director of Finance, Policy and Development, the Monitoring Officer and the Cabinet Member for Finance and Property to negotiate and agree the terms of the transaction.   That the Head of Mid Kent Legal Services is authorised to negotiate and complete all necessary and ancillary legal documentation and formalities to give effect to these recommendations.   REASON FOR DECISION:  The proposed lease offers a guaranteed rental income and a longer term occupation than currently exists.