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The purpose of this report is to provide members with details of and seek Member approval to the acquisition of three new homes through S106 on a developer site at Wheeler Street, Witley.

Recommendation to Overview and Scrutiny Committee (Resources)

It is recommended that the Overview and Scrutiny Committee;                  

-        Considers the report and information within the Annexes to the report, together with recommendations (2.1 i-iv) made in the report; and

-        Resolves whether to make any recommendations to the Executive.

56.1     The Housing Services Manager introduced the report, noting that the proposal is an opportunity for the Council to acquire three further properties in Witley beyond the three already acquired in the initial phase, following outreach from the developer. This report seeks approval for the budget, as well as the delegations necessary to acquire these and rent them as affordable housing.

56.2     Cllr Atkins voiced concerns about the valuation procedure. The Senior Accountant agreed to clarify this and reply to Cllr Atkins.

56.3     Non-voting member Cllr Hyman raised concern that planning issues and constraints are duly followed, though was happy to support the recommendations if this is considered. The Housing Services Manager noted that planning permission had already been obtained, subject to meeting the planning conditions.

The Committee resolved to note the report and recommendations.