Decision details

Release of restrictive covenant on land to the rear of 3 Carde Close, Hertford

Decision Maker: Head of Housing and Health

Decision status: Recommendations Approved

Is Key decision?: No

Is subject to call in?: No

Purpose:

The land is subject to a restrictive covenant which prevents the building of any dwelling on the land. A request has been made to release the covenant and, following negotiations, the parties have agreed terms for a Deed of Release whereby a consideration sum will be paid to release the restrictive covenant.

Decision:

To grant a deed of release of the restrictive covenant subject to receipt of a minimum consideration fee upon the terms agreed between the parties

Alternative options considered:

Option 1 - Enter into a Deed of Release upon the terms agreed
Option 2 - Reject the terms agreed and negotiate new terms
Option 3 - Refuse to release the restrictive covenant

Publication date: 21/05/2025

Date of decision: 30/04/2025