Issue - decisions

Darlington East End Club and Institute, Neasham Road

18/09/2019 - Darlington East End Club and Institute, Neasham Road

The release of funding and the acquisition of the Darlington East End Club and Institute be approved on the terms set out in the report to Cabinet.

The grant of a lease back to the Darlington East End Club be approved on the principal terms set out in the report to Cabinet with the Director of Economic Growth and Neighbourhood Services being given delegated authority to finalise detailed terms as appropriate.

The AD- Law and Governance be authorised to complete all necessary documentation.

Reasons - (a) To facilitate the vision for Darlington Bank Top Station and the improvement of the Eastern approach to the station.

(b) To take advantage of the opportunity to acquire the property at a reasonable price in advance of future requirements and avoiding statutory compensation provisions.