It was resolved –
· To approve using the funding generated through the Second Homes Premium for the schemes highlighted in paragraph 10 of the report for 2023/24 except for the £300k allocation to the Planning Service.
· That the maximum grant for bringing empty properties back into use be increased to £25,000.
· That the allocation to the Planning Service be agreed jointly by the Portfolio Holder for Children, Youth and Housing Services and the Portfolio Holder for Finance once a breakdown of the £300k has been received.