Decision details

RESOLVED that:-

(a)  Cabinet approve placing lettings on hold within these low demand blocks;

(b)  Cabinet approve the prioritisation of customers for rehousing; the issuing of Homeloss and disturbance payments as appropriate;

(c)  Cabinet approve the removal of the existing void properties from the Housing Revenue Account rent roll;

(d)  Authority be delegated to the Executive Director for Place and Regeneration to commence negotiations to acquire the two residential leasehold properties and develop a suitable compensation package. Should negotiations not be successful, to compulsorily acquire the properties using compulsory purchase powers as a last resort;

(e)  Cabinet approve Compulsory Purchase Order process for adjacent properties if required; and

(f)    Cabinet approve the demolition of low demand stock in Blyth as detailed in the report.