Acquisitions Policy
The Acquisitions Policy clearly explains that land and property interests should only be considered for acquisition by the Council if the following circumstances apply:
- The acquisition will make a positive contribution to the current or future delivery of council services
- The acquisition has economic benefits in reducing occupational costs (revenue and capital)
- An option appraisal has been undertaken which highlights acquisition as the most economic and efficient means of service delivery, for council and wider public services
- The acquisition of the interest has potential for future strategic regeneration and or redevelopment or contributes to wider corporate objectives and appropriate funding has been identified