Decision details

Conversion of the West Wing, Council Offices, Knowle Green

Decision Maker: Group Head of Corporate Governance

Decision status: Recommendations Approved

Is Key decision?: Yes

Is subject to call in?: No

Decision:

Following approval of the construction budget by Cabinet, the Head of Corporate entered into legal documentation.

Reasons for the decision:

The conversion of the West Wing, Council Offices to residential use will meet the wider objectives of the Council in increasing the provision of housing within the Borough. The ongoing revenue stream (once the works have been completed) will assist in the future long term financial stability of the Council.


Alternative options considered:

Option 1 - to enter into legal documentation to implement the redevelopment project
Option 2 - to withhold approval

Publication date: 02/07/2019

Date of decision: 13/06/2019