Decision details

Purpose of report: Response to the request at the 20 July Executive meeting for an update regarding the detail of all current accommodation property lease termination and break clause dates. Information regarding the strategy tendering for dealing with dilapidations. The strategy to minimise the period of time between the council's departure from buildings and lease termination dates. Information to confirm that the relocation of staff is incorporated into the projects financial model and that the move to new premises causes minimal disruption and risk to council services. To present the financial benefits information in a simple form for future communication.

Members are asked to: To further endorse the accommodation project property exit strategy.

RESOLVED: (i)         That the progress being made with the Accommodation Project be noted.

REASON:      To confirm that Members are being kept informed on this project.

                        (ii)        That, in dealing with the dilapidations issues, Option A (a cash settlement in lieu of works) be supported.

REASON:      To provide greater financial certainty for the departure from rented properties, and because calculations show this method to be best value for council tax payers.