Purpose

The Cabinet will be asked to consider
proposals relating to the use of compulsory purchase powers to
acquire long term empty properties to secure their repair,
renovation and re use as units of housing accommodation.

Content

The Committee has
considered a report detailing a proposal to exercise compulsory
purchase powers to acquire the long-term vacant properties outlined
in section 1.1 of the report to secure their repair, renovation and
reuse, and has:-
 
(1) Noted the contents
of the report.
 
(2) Resolved and
agreed to the principle of the use of CPO powers in section 17 of
the Housing Act 1985 to acquire the Properties to secure their
repair, renovation and re-use as units of housing
accommodation.
 
(3) Delegated
authority to the Deputy Chief Executive in consultation with the
Cabinet Member for Housing and Environment to take all necessary
steps to secure the making, confirmation and implementation of CPOs
for the Properties, including (but not limited to) preparing all
necessary documentation, the publication and service of all
relevant notices and the presentation of the Council’s case
at any future local public inquiry.

Alternative options considered

None.