Issue - decisions

Matter for Decision

The report presented a summary of the feasibility design and financial costing for the refurbishment, alteration, and extension of Ditchburn Place.

Decision of Executive Councillor for Housing

Noted progress of the project to date.

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 tabled report from the Development Officer.

In response to Members’ questions the Development Officer and the Head of City Homes confirmed the following:

(i)             Acknowledged that members may not have had an opportunity to digest the report, but offered to provide separate briefings or to answer any specific questions outside of the meeting.

(ii)            Options would be looked at for connecting Ditchburn Place to the district heating scheme.

(iii)          As a building of special interest, the frontage would remain the same.

The Committee resolved unanimously to endorse the recommendation.

The Executive Councillor approved the recommendation.

Conflicts of Interest Declared by the Executive Councillor (and any Dispensations Granted)

No conflicts of interest were declared by the Executive Councillor.