Issue - meetings

This item was Chaired by Councillor Mike Todd-Jones

Matter for Decision

The report requested that the site was to be brought forward in the Council’s social housing programme, to be included in the Housing Revenue Account (HRA) garage and small in-fill sites development programme.

The report requested approval for a capital budget for the HRA in relation to the site at Colville Road Garages.

Decision of Executive Councillor for Housing

     i.        Noted the indicative mix of the scheme.

    ii.        Approved the scheme capital budget of £692,987 detailed in the report to cover the construction cost of a scheme, professional fees and other costs to deliver a scheme that meets the identified needs in the City. 

   iii.        Approved that delegated authority be given to the Strategic Director to enable the site to be developed through Cambridge Investment Partnership (CIP).

Reason for the Decision

As set out in the Officer’s report.

Any Alternative Options Considered and Rejected

Not applicable.

Scrutiny Considerations

The Committee received a report from the Housing Development Officer.

The Business Manager and Financial Accountant confirmed that standard procurement rules would apply and should the spend exceed the budget by 15% or more, it would be brought back to committee for further approval. 

The Committee unanimously resolved to endorse the recommendations.

The Executive Councillor approved the recommendation.