Decision
Analysis
outcome: The Cabinet approved the creation of a capital budget to facilitate the purchase of temporary accommodation, associated fees, and refurbishment costs.
summary: The decision involves considering options for future use and ownership of specific properties in the district and the associated funding implications.
topline: The Cabinet has decided to approve the creation of a capital budget for the purchase of temporary accommodation and associated costs.
reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves significant financial implications and potential changes to property ownership.
affected_stakeholders: ["Cabinet members", "Section 151 Officer", "Local residents potentially affected by property changes"]
contentiousness_score: 7
political_party_relevance: There may be political implications as decisions around funding and property ownership can be politically sensitive.
URL: https://democracy.westsuffolk.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=951
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Outcome:
Is Key Decision?: Yes
Is Callable In?: Yes
Purpose: The Cabinet will receive a business case setting out options that are being considered around future use and ownership of specific properties in the district and the associated funding implications.
Content: The Cabinet will receive a business case setting out options that are being considered around future use and ownership of specific properties in the district and the associated funding implications. That: 1. The creation of a capital budget to £3,230,000 to facilitate the purchase of temporary accommodation, associated fees and refurbishment costs, funded and noting the revenue cost implications as detailed in section 2.6 of Report number CAB/WS/25/032, be approved. 2. The Council’s Section 151 Officer makes the necessary changes to the Council’s prudential indicators, as a result of recommendation 1. above.
Date of Decision: July 22, 2025