Issue details

Disposal 13 Beech Drive Berkhamsted

Reasons:
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, bathroom and major works to the front and rear gardens to ensure H&S compliant.
3.This property, was built in 1928 due to the age of the property and location is expected to command a high average market value if sold and DBC will be unable to recover the associated costs over the 30 year Business Plan (Housing Disposals Policy; paragraph 5).

Decision type: Non-key

Decision status: Recommendations Approved

Notice of proposed decision first published: 14/01/2025

Decision due: 10 Jan 2025 by Chief Finance Officer (S151)

Contact: Lesley Jugoo, Empty Homes Lead Officer Email: lesley.jugoo@dacorum.gov.uk Email: lesley.jugoo@dacorum.gov.uk.

Decisions

Background papers