Decision Maker:

Outcome: For Determination

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: February 12, 2026

Purpose:

Content: 1) That the Round 4 project for providing homes for Afghan refugees and temporary accommodation stock as set out in the report, be approved.   2) That the Corporate Director, Place, in consultation with the Director of Legal and Governance, be delegated authority to procure a contractor to carry out the conversions, repairs and improvements as appropriate.   3) That the Corporate Director, Place, in consultation with the Director of Legal and Governance, be delegated authority to negotiate, finalise and agree the terms for the purchase of properties for the purposed set out in the report.   4) That the Director of Legal and Governance, be delegated authority to enter into any contracts, agreements or deeds required to implement the above recommendations.   5) That the Corporate Director, Place, in consultation with the Executive Member, be delegated authority to approve the allocation of any underspends in Round 4, should they arise.