Decision - Disposal of land at Halsteads Road, Torquay

Disposal of land at Halsteads Road, Torquay

Decision Maker: Director of Finance

Decision status: Recommendations Approved

Is Key decision?: No

Is subject to call in?: No

Decision:

Permit the sale of the land to Wales and West Utilities Ltd for the consideration stated.

Reasons for the decision:

Permit the sale of the land to Wales and West Utilities Ltd for the consideration stated.

Alternative options considered:

The Council may choose not to dispose of this asset, however as a utility provider require this land to provide improved services to residents, there is no reason to object.

Implementation:

The decision will be implemented immediately.

Information:

That the Director of Finance, in consultation with the Strategic Head of Asset Management, be authorised to grant the disposal of land forming 32.5sq.m. at Halsteads Road, Torquay by way of private sale for £3,000 exclusive of VAT.

The disposal constitutes a small parcel of land adjacent to 19 Halsteads Road with the land consisting of a grassed verge and rights of access from the public highway. The land is to be sold to Wales and West Utilities Ltd to install and operate a pressure reduction station together with associated apparatus, building and pipework within a secure fenced compound. The terms of the sale ensure Wales and West Utilities Ltd form no nuisance or annoyance to neighbouring land users and maintain boundaries adjoining Council land to a standard that is acceptable to the Council.

Interests and Nature of Interests Declared:

None.

Publication date: 07/08/2025

Date of decision: 29/07/2025