Decision details

Received a report detailing the potential rental income for each of the Council’s community halls when they are leased to Community Associations, and what the consequence of charging rent to the Community Associations is likely to be.

Agreed, in order to progress with the delegation of management of community halls to Community Associations and to work towards the Community Priority of Developing rights and responsibilities with the local community, to:

1.  Allowing an initial seven year rent free period for the Community Associations on commencement of each individual lease, the notional rent being matched by grant.

2.  Delegating authority to the Head of Leisure and Community Services to negotiate and sign lease agreements with the individual Community Associations.