Decision
Analysis
outcome: Recommendations Approved
summary: The decision involves transferring a small area of land to an adjacent residential property owner for use as garden land only.
topline: The Deputy Chief Executive has decided to transfer a small area of land to an adjacent residential property owner for use as garden land only.
reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves transferring public land to a private individual, potentially raising concerns about fairness and transparency.
affected_stakeholders: ["Council", "Adjacent residential property owner"]
contentiousness_score: 6
political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties or political influence on the decision.
URL: https://democracy.stratford.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=3923
Decision Maker: Deputy Chief Executive
Outcome: Recommendations Approved
Is Key Decision?: No
Is Callable In?: No
Purpose:
Content: That the Council will transfer the land to the adjacent residential property owner. The land concerned is a small area off an access road which also belongs to the Council. It is surplus for the Council, however, is of value to the adjacent owner as it may be incorporated into their garden. The transfer will be restricted to use as garden land only and has been valued by the Council’s external valuers. The Council’s interests will be protected as the transfer documents will be drafted by its Legal Services. A capital sum will be received by the Council and all of its costs are to be paid by the purchaser. 1. Transfer the land as proposed. 2. Decline to transfer the land.
Date of Decision: December 13, 2024