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Decision Maker: Economic Development, Planning and Transportation Portfolio Holder
Decision published: 29/03/2023
Effective from: 28/03/2023
Decision:
Decision title: Release of CIL (Community Infrastructure Levy) funds to Major and Special Projects team as a contribution towards the cost of the high-quality public realm and riverside steps delivered as part of the Coal Orchard regeneration scheme.
Executive Councillor making the decision: Cllr M Rigby
Author Contact Details: R Staddon. CIL / Community Engagement Officer. 01823 219548 r.staddon@somersetwestandtaunton.gov.uk
Date of Decision: 28/03/2023
Details of decision: £420,000.00 of collected CIL funds to be released to the Major and Special Projects team as a contribution towards the cost of the high-quality public realm and riverside steps delivered as part of the Coal Orchard regeneration scheme.
Reasons for proposed decision: The allocation of CIL funds for Taunton Town Centre Regeneration were authorised by Full Council. This project is identified within the approved capital delivery plan for Somerset West and Taunton Council. Due to the need for this decision to be taken urgently before the end of March, it has been agreed by the decision taker, the CEO, and the Chair of Corporate Scrutiny Cllr Sue Buller, that this decision will not be subject to the call-in procedure (under procedure rule 15.8 of the SWT Constitution) but determined immediately.
Alternative funding options sourced: Funding has been secured from FHSF, Capital Receipts, grants and other sources identified within the application for CIL funding (attached)
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The below has been completed:
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Relevant ward councillor(s) consulted |
Cllr Dr R Lees
Cllr Mr S Coles |
28.03.23
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The following are if appropriate / applicable: Yes/No. If yes the implications should be attached to this decision notice.
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Finance implications
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No – CIL funds collected and available for allocation to identified project. Attached application signed off by S151 Officer.
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Legal implications
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No
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Links to corporate aims
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Yes – this project links to the following priorities from the Corporate Strategy: |
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1. Ensure our land and property assets support the achievement of the council’s objectives (including service delivery, regeneration projects and community initiatives) 2. Provide and maintain green open spaces and parks, enhanced public spaces, as well as additional opportunities to safely walk or cycle in order to encourage active and healthy lifestyles 3. Support the town centres throughout the District to meet the challenge of changing shopping habits
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Climate and Sustainability implications
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No |
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Community Safety Implications |
No |
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Equalities Impact
Safeguarding Implications |
No
No |
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Risk management
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No |
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Partnership implications |
No |
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Any conflicts of interest declared by Leader or Executive Members consulted on the proposed decision. If Yes provide confirmation from Chief Executive to grant dispensation for the Leader’s / Executive Member’s views to be considered.
N/A