URL: https://modgov.waverley.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=5011

Decision Maker: Executive

Outcome:

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Purpose:

Content: The Executive resolved to:   (i)            Approve the implementation of the discretionary review in accordance with an amended Appendix 3 to remove references to householders to ensure that it considers any errors which may have been made by the council in relation to residential applications.   (ii)           Note the wider programme of improvements the Council will be making to how it administers CIL as set out at paragraph 5.6 of the report.   (iii)          Approve a supplementary estimate of £75,000 from the Medium Term Financial Plan Risk Reserve to secure additional independent resource to carry out a full review of each case that comes forward.   (iv)          That a report is considered by the Executive at the first available meeting following 3 months from the start of the Review and similarly at 9 months and following the end of the 12 month review period. The report will confirm the number of cases that have been reviewed over the period, summary of decisions made and lessons learnt during the Review together with a summary of changes made to the customer journey.   (v)           It is further recommended that the Executive request that Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) Review and Reform Temporary Executive Working Group prioritise a Review of the Enforcement Policy.

Date of Decision: July 1, 2025