Decision details

The report of the Head of Regulation and Economic Development which sought the Executive’s approval for Officers to commence preparations to undertake the compulsory purchase of land under section 226 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 was presented for consideration.

The report set out the circumstances and current position in relation to the proposed compulsory land purchase and requested that delegated authority be granted to Officers in consultation with the Council Leader and relevant Executive member to commence preparatory works which would later enable the Council to undertake the Compulsory Purchase Order (CPO) process if the land in question cannot be obtained by agreement. Supporting information relating to the Council’s CPO powers was provided in Annex B to the report.

The Executive was advised of the CPO process, timescales, and the proposed funding arrangements and financial considerations in this case. The reasons why the Council was considering utilising its CPO powers in the circumstances described were outlined and justification provided. In response to questions raised by the Executive’s members about potential risks to the Council, Officers provided assurances regarding the measures being taken to protect and secure the Council’s position in this matter.

It was resolved to authorise Officers to commence preparations to undertake the compulsory land purchase under Section 226 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 as detailed within the report (to include the carrying out of formal land referencing under the Acquisition of Land Act 1981 and/or any relevant or associated statutes across the area required to deliver the proposed development) and to proceed in accordance with the recommendations set out therein.