Decision
Analysis
outcome: Recommendations were approved to enter into an agreement with Berkeley Homes for the disposal of the land.
summary: The decision involves the disposal of land adjacent to Hersham Technology Park for a more comprehensive development with wider community benefits.
topline: The Cabinet has decided to approve the disposal of land adjacent to Hersham Technology Park for a more comprehensive development with wider community benefits.
reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves the disposal of public land for private development, which could impact local stakeholders and the community.
affected_stakeholders: ["Local residents", "Berkeley Homes", "Council members"]
contentiousness_score: 7
political_party_relevance: There are no explicit mentions of political parties in the decision.
URL: https://mygov.elmbridge.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=565
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Outcome: Recommendations Approved
Is Key Decision?: Yes
Is Callable In?: Yes
Purpose:
Content: Resolved that (a) the responses to the consultation be noted and the publication of the Hersham Place Technology Park Consultation Statement be approved; (b) the Council enter into an agreement with Berkeley Homes to dispose of the land adjacent to Hersham Technology Park on the southeast side of Queensway, Hersham, subject to planning and all necessary consents, to enable a more comprehensive development of the Hersham Place Technology Park with wider community benefits; and (c) authority be delegated to the Strategic Director (Services), in consultation with the Portfolio Holder for Leisure, Culture and Commercial Strategy, to finalise the terms of and formally enter into an agreement and all other associated legal documents including the transfer of the land adjacent to Hersham Technology Park on the southeast side of Queensway, Hersham.
Date of Decision: May 19, 2025