Decision
Analysis
outcome: The decision is to proceed with the marketing and disposal of the surplus land.
summary: The decision involves delegating authority to market and dispose of surplus land to achieve best consideration under the Local Government Act 1972.
topline: The Cabinet Member for Economic and Cultural Sustainable Development has decided to delegate authority for the marketing and disposal of surplus land.
reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves the potential sale of public land, which could impact local stakeholders and community interests.
affected_stakeholders: ["Council", "Head of Corporate Estate", "Parish Council", "Local community"]
contentiousness_score: 6
political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties or political influence on the decision.
URL: https://democracy.bathnes.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=2481
Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Economic and Cultural Sustainable Development
Outcome:
Is Key Decision?: No
Is Callable In?: Yes
Purpose: The land comprises of 0.197 hectares of sloping, lightly wooded unmanaged and semi managed land
Content: The Cabinet Member agrees to delegate to the Head of Corporate Estate (Corporate Landlord) authority to Instruct the Corporate Estate to undertake a marketing and disposal of the land and achieve Best Consideration as set out under the Local Government Act 1972 - Section 123. The land is surplus to the requirements of B&NES To retain the land under the ownership of the Council. This goes against the principal duty of the Council under the Local Government Act 1999. The land is not an Asset of Community Value, but discussions have been held with the Parish Council with regards a sale and they will be given an opportunity to submit an offer as part of the marketing along with other interested parties. None
Date of Decision: July 28, 2026