Issue details

The use of Wessex for the legal set-up of Community Land Trusts and technical support for the delivery of community-led affordable housing schemes

There is only one supplier in the whole of South West
(Cornwall, Devon, Somerset and Dorset) that provide this level of technical support to Land Trusts (CLTs). They are the original hub set up nationally. The decision is urgent because of Homes England delayed process by 6 months which means that no further delays can be afforded and the next Strategy and Resources Committee (7th October) is too late to action the work required before funding end date
of 31st March 2020.
A Homes England bid was submitted in February for possible technical support for CLTs. It was confirmed today by Homes England that the final engrossments would be signed and sealed and funding can go ahead. It is therefore appropriate to now apply for a waiver before going any further. Contract will be funded 90% Homes England and 10% NDC.

Decision type: Non-key

Decision status: Recommendations Approved

Notice of proposed decision first published: 16/10/2019

Decision due: 4 Sep 2019 by Chief Executive

Contact: Ken Miles, Chief Executive Email: ken.miles@northdevon.gov.uk.

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