Decision details

Purpose of report: To consider future uses of Rowntree Park lodge and how these uses relate to the park.

Executive will be asked to: Consider a range of options for officers to work up into detailed proposals.

This item has been deferred from 7 December 2017 to the Executive meeting on 25 January 2018 as further work is required on the Business Case and further consultation with stakeholders before the report can be presented to Executive for consideration.

Resolved:  (i)      That approval be given to lease the upper floors of Rowntree Park Lodge as a Holiday Letting, subject to obtaining the consent of the beneficiary of the covenants imposed when ownership of the Park (including the site of the Lodge) was transferred to the council.

                   (ii)      That any net revenue generated be ring-fenced for the upkeep of Rowntree Park.

Reason:     To support Rowntree Park and its stakeholders in developing the facilities for a long term sustainable future.