Decision
Analysis
outcome: Recommendations for land acquisition and funding for woodland design and planting were approved
summary: The decision involves the approval of land acquisition for the Rushcliffe Carbon Offsetting Framework
topline: The Cabinet has decided to approve land acquisition and funding for the Rushcliffe Carbon Offsetting Framework
reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious due to potential environmental impact and financial implications
affected_stakeholders: ["Cabinet Portfolio Holder for Planning and Housing", "Director - Neighbourhoods", "Local residents", "Environmental groups"]
contentiousness_score: 6
political_party_relevance: No explicit mention of political parties in the decision
URL: https://democracy.rushcliffe.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=417
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Outcome: Recommendations Approved
Is Key Decision?: Yes
Is Callable In?: No
Purpose:
Content: The Cabinet Portfolio Holder for Planning and Housing, Councillor Upton, presented the report of the Director – Neighbourhoods, which detailed the Rushcliffe Carbon Offsetting Framework – Land Acquisition. The recommendation was proposed by Councillor Upton and seconded by Councillor Brennan. It was RESOLVED that: a) the acquisition of the land set out in paragraphs 4.4 and 4.6 of the report be approved, subject to contract and due diligence; b) the identification of external funding to offset woodland design and planting and maintenance be approved; and c) if external funding is not available, funding from either the Climate Change Reserve and/or future revenue budget growth be approved.
Date of Decision: May 13, 2025