Hampshire County Council

Executive Member, Policy & Resources Item

16 October 2003

Chesapeake Mill - Disposal

Report by the Director of Property, Business and Regulatory Services

(Summary of CONFIDENTIAL decision)

1

Summary

1.1

The following decisions are sought:

(i) The Chesapeake Action Group be thanked for their submission within the additional time made available to the Group, but be advised that their proposal for Chesapeake Mill provides insufficient information to convince the County Council that it is a viable and sustainable use for the Mill that is capable of implementation

(ii) Given the assessment of the merits of the Action Group`s bid against the proposals previously submitted by Taylor Haimes Ltd, that a long leasehold disposal to that company be confirmed, subject to the grant of planning and listed building consent.

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Reason(s)

2.1

To ensure a sustainable and appropriate use of the Mill that is properly funded and capable of implementation.

3

Other options considered and rejected

3.1

Disposal to Chesapeake Action Group for heritage uses.

4

Conflicts of interest declared by the decision-maker or a member or officer consulted

4.1

None

5

Dispensation granted by the Standards Committee

5.1

None

6

Reason(s) for the matter being dealt with if urgent

6.1

Not applicable

Approved by:

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Date of decision:

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Councillor T K Thornber