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An update on the vacant possession strategy for Council Land at Hartree and approval to progress a CPO application as part of the strategic plan to meet programme timescales.
Decision type: Key
Reason Key: Aquisition or disposal of land or interest in land over £600,000;
Decision status: For Determination
Notice of proposed decision first published: 19/08/2024
Decision due: 30 Sep 2024 by Leader of the Council
Lead member: Leader of the Council
Department: Corporate Group
Contact: Fiona Bryant, Programme Director – Major Regeneration Email: Fiona.Bryant@cambridge.gov.uk.
Additional Information: This is a key item and will automatically appear on the agenda for discussion / debate.
Background Information: Whilst Councils have CPO powers, they need to apply to the Secretary of State to apply them. CPO is a last resort. In order to meet the contractual timescales for vacant possession of the site, the Council needs to secure permission to use its CPO powers even if not required.