Decision details

PURCHASE OF 4 AFFORDABLE HOUSING UNITS – CALOW

Decision Maker: Director of Finance and Resources (Section 151 Officer)

Decision status: Recommendations Approved

Is Key decision?: No

Is subject to call in?: No

Decision:

To purchase the following affordable housing units at Churchside Calow:
8 x 1 bed quarter house cost per unit £82,650
1 x 2 bed house cost per unit £114,000
(57% OMV)

Reasons for the decision:

The Council’s housing needs data demonstrates that there is housing need and demand for affordable rent housing in this area.

Alternative options considered:

Not to progress the purchase. Rejected due to local housing need.

Publication date: 19/08/2025

Date of decision: 01/03/2023