Decision
Analysis
outcome: The Corporate Head of Asset Management is authorized to dispose of the Corner House on the open market and the funds from the scheme will be reallocated to increase investment in affordable accommodation.
summary: The decision involves the disposal of the Corner House in Winchester and reallocating funds to increase investment in affordable accommodation.
topline: The Cabinet has decided to dispose of the Corner House in Winchester and reallocate funds to increase investment in affordable accommodation.
reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves the disposal of a property and reallocation of funds, which could impact local stakeholders and affordable housing availability.
affected_stakeholders: ["Corporate Head of Asset Management", "Local residents", "Affordable housing advocates"]
contentiousness_score: 6
political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties or political influence on the decision.
URL: https://democracy.winchester.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=1374
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Outcome:
Is Key Decision?: Yes
Is Callable In?: Yes
Purpose:
Content: 1. That the Corporate Head of Asset Management be authorised to dispose of the Corner House, North Walls, Winchester on the open market on a freehold or leasehold basis. 2. That it be noted that the £1.8m Corner House scheme in the capital programme (CAB3490 refers) will be subsumed into the ‘Unallocated 1,000 Homes’ scheme to increase the investment in other affordable accommodation, subject to authority to spend.
Date of Decision: July 15, 2025