Decision details

To seek approval to bring into use empty residential accommodation to use as Temporary Accommodation for homeless families through a short term lease agreement, for disposal of the property on termination of the lease agreement and approval of funding to refurbish the properties.

That Cabinet:

1. Authorised the Executive Director: Growth and Regeneration to take all steps required to negotiate and agree a lease/leases for the Council to take possession of the 24 flats at Eugene Street.
2. Authorised the Executive Director Growth and Regeneration to take all steps required to spend up to £600k to refurbish the 24 flats as outlined in this report.