Decision
Analysis
outcome: The recommendations were approved.
summary: The decision at stake is the approval of principles for granting leases at less than best consideration.
topline: The Cabinet has decided to approve principles for granting leases at less than best consideration.
reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves the potential for granting leases at less than best consideration, which could raise concerns about transparency and fairness.
affected_stakeholders: ["Cabinet members", "Council staff", "Local residents potentially affected by lease decisions"]
contentiousness_score: 6
political_party_relevance: There are no explicit mentions of political parties in the decision.
URL: https://democracy.thanet.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=5407
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Outcome: Recommendations Approved
Is Key Decision?: Yes
Is Callable In?: No
Purpose: Approve the clarification of the principles for the grant of leases for less than best consideration, to be added to the existing Acquisition and Disposal Policy.
Content: Approve the clarification of the principles for the grant of leases for less than best consideration, to be added to the existing Acquisition and Disposal Policy. That Cabinet approve the implementation of the Clarification Appendix attached to the Acquisition and Disposal policy, setting out the principles for granting leases at less than best consideration. To continue with the current ad hoc arrangements for managing social value leases, but this is not recommended as it fails to provide the structured approach necessary for achieving best value and strategic outcomes. Another option would involve outsourcing the disposal process entirely, which could increase costs and reduce control over the asset disposal strategy. This was not the preferred option. Cabinet could have decided not to accept the proposed new principles. This was not the preferred option as a clear framework is needed to align with the Council’s corporate objectives.
Date of Decision: September 5, 2025