Decision Maker: Delegated Decisions

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: October 22, 2024

Purpose: To consider approving a CPO to purchase the remaining leasehold properties within Serpentine Court, as part of the regeneration of the Lakes Estate.

Content: 1.         That the ongoing negotiations with the owners of holders of outstanding leasehold interests to acquire the necessary land at Serpentine Court, be noted. 2.         That, in the event that purchase by private treaty is not achievable, authority be delegated to the Director of Law and Governance, in consultation with the Directors of Environment and Property, and Finance and Resources, to take all steps necessary to secure the making and implementation of a Compulsory Purchase Order (CPO) under Section 226(1)(a) of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended) and/or any other enabling statutory provisions deemed appropriate, in order to acquire the areas of land shown edged red on the Order Map attached to this report as an Annex including: (a)        the publication and service of all statutory notices; (b)       the presentation of the Council’s case at any public inquiry and courts (if necessary); and (c)        any other necessary steps to effect the final acquisition of the CPO land.