Decision
Analysis
outcome: The outcome of the decision was the approval of the updated policy and criteria for awarding discretionary rate relief.
summary: The decision at stake is the approval and adoption of an updated discretionary New Build Business Rates Policy.
topline: The Cabinet has decided to approve and adopt an updated discretionary New Build Business Rates Policy.
reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves financial implications for businesses and may impact local stakeholders.
affected_stakeholders: ["Businesses", "Local residents", "Council officials"]
contentiousness_score: 5
political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties or political influence on the decision.
URL: https://easthants.moderngov.co.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=376
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Outcome:
Is Key Decision?: Yes
Is Callable In?: Yes
Purpose: To consider a revised policy.
Content: To consider a revised policy. It was RESOLVED that Cabinet: Approved and adopted the updated discretionary New Build Business Rates Policy in Appendix 1 Approved the criteria for awarding discretionary rate relief detailed in Appendix 1 Agreed that decisions on the awarding of rate relief under this policy to be delegated to the s151 Officer.
Date of Decision: July 18, 2025