URL: https://democracy.dacorum.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=2644

Decision Maker: Chief Finance Officer (S151)

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Purpose: Decision: Approve the sale of 7 Merrow Drive, Hemel Hempstead, via the open market. Reasons: 1.This property, due to its location and type would command a higher-than-average market value (Acquisitions (Right to Buy: Buy Back) and Disposals Policy 2024 item 7.3). 2.The property is in need of major work to remove any Health and Safety rating system hazards or asbestos containing materials that require a high level of ongoing management in conjunction with extensive works to comply with Decent Homes provision i.e. installation of a new roof, a new central heating system, rewiring, new kitchen, bathroom and major works to ensure H&S compliant. 3.This property was built in 1956 due to the age of the property and location is expected to command a high average market value if sold and DBC will be unable to recover the associated costs over the 30-year Business Plan (Acquisitions (Right to Buy: Buy Back) and Disposals Policy 2024 item 7.3).

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Date of Decision: June 22, 2026