Decision details

Proposed decision –

to approve the Director of Infrastructure to progress with and enter into the necessary documentation to complete the freehold disposal of the land in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Finance, Corporate and Traded Services.

·     Reason for the decision – Proposed property disposal in line with the Council’s s.123 best consideration obligations and over £1million which requires a key decision.

·     Background – The disposal of c.14.28 acres of Council owned agricultural land which is  surplus to KCC requirements and allocated for residential development under current Local Plan. The land has been identified along with land in the ownership of Canterbury City Council as potential expansion of the hospital in Canterbury subject to consideration of the options available by NHS I/E. This decision seeks agreement for the inclusion of KCC’s land if required. 

·     How the proposed decision meets the objectives of ‘Increasing Opportunities, Improving Outcomes: Kent County Council’s Strategic Statement (2015-2020)’ - Securing a capital receipt to fund the capital programme and to streamline the Council’s property portfolio to achieve financial and efficiency benefits in line with appropriate policy.

As the Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Finance, Corporate and Traded Services, I agree to:

Approve the Director of Infrastructure to progress with and enter into the necessary documentation to complete the freehold disposal of the land in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Finance, Corporate and Traded Services.