Ombudsman report; unauthorised landfill at Lwr. Whitehalgh Farm, Brokenstones Road, Livesey
Key Decision NO
Portfolio Area: Regeneration
Portfolios Affected: Regeneration; Resources
Wards Affected: Livesey with Pleasington
Recommendations
- That the conclusions of the Ombudsman be noted; and
- That the recommendations of the Ombudsman be accepted, and that an immediate payment of £5000 be made to the complainants.
- The Ombudsman to be advised of the action the Council proposes to take.
Rationale
The Ombudsmans report is accurate in all significant respects. The Council does not propose to take issue with her conclusions and recommendations.
Policy and Corporate Implications (including consultation process)
The Council has publicised the Report by an appropriate press announcement as required.
Financial implications
Payment of £5000 to be made to the complainants in recognition of the extended loss of amenity suffered. The costs will be met from within the Regeneration portfolio’s resources.
Legal implications/Powers
The Council to seek to have the unlicensed waste removed from the site in accordance with the requirements of the enforcement notices.
Other resource implications
None
Background papers
A list of background papers on this issue is held with: C.Livesey x5380
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