Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Decision Made

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: July 24, 2025

Purpose: Crematorium Lodge is to be converted from residential use to provide workspace for Crematorium staff on development of the new facility. The current lease between TWBC & Tunbridge Wells Property Holdings should be terminated by means of a lease surrender after the end of the current Tenancy agreement and the asset returned to the possession of TWBC.  

Content: RESOLVED –   That the lease surrender proposal referred to in the report and appendices be approved.   That the Director of Finance, Policy and Development, the Monitoring Officer and the Cabinet Member for Finance and Property be delegated authority to negotiate and agree the proposed transaction be approved.   That the Head of Mid Kent Services be authorised to negotiate and complete all necessary and ancillary legal documentation and formalities to give effect to these recommendations be approved.   REASON FOR DECISION:  To allow the Lodge to be used by TWBC as premises for grounds maintenance contractor’s staff.