Decision
Analysis
outcome: The Cabinet approved the scheme progression, land appropriation, procurement approach, and commencement of the procurement exercise for a contractor.
summary: The decision involves the progression of a housing scheme and appropriation of land for development.
topline: The Cabinet has decided to progress a housing scheme and appropriate land for development.
reason_contentious: The issue may be contentious due to potential concerns from local stakeholders about the development impact on the area.
affected_stakeholders: ["Local residents", "Housing developers", "General public"]
contentiousness_score: 5
political_party_relevance: There are no explicit mentions of political parties in the decision.
URL: https://democracy.welhat.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=1155
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Outcome:
Is Key Decision?: No
Is Callable In?: Yes
Purpose:
Content: Decision taken The Cabinet: a) approved progression of the scheme and endorsed the procurement approach. b) approved the appropriation of the land from the General Fund to the Housing Revenue Account at £4 million in line with the external valuations previously conducted at the time the agreement was signed. c) approved that the procurement exercise commences for a contractor to develop the site, utilising the Pretium Framework. d) noted the requirement for allocation of further funding to be completed as part of the standard budget setting process.
Date of Decision: September 2, 2025