Decision details

1.This property, due to its location and type would command a higher than average market value (Housing Disposals Policy; paragraph 3).
2.The property is in need of major work to remove any Health and Safety rating system hazards or asbestos containing materials that require a high level of ongoing management in conjunction with extensive works to comply with Decent Homes provision i.e. installation of a central heating system, rewiring, new kitchen and bathroom, new windows.
3.This property, due to its age, Grade II listed, design and location is expected to command a higher than average market value, and due to its age and condition will incur higher than average costs to maintain over the 30 year Business Plan (Housing Disposals Policy; paragraph 5).

Approve the sale of 96 High Street, Hemel Hempstead, HP1 3AQ via the open market.

The sale of the property is in line with the Council's Housing Disposal Policy.