Decision details

To approve the principle of exploring alternative arrangements for the management of it Caravan sites, involving further investigations into the possible transfer of sites to the occupying residents, a Housing Association, or a disposal of the sites to a private purchaser

1.       That a review of future arrangements for the management of its caravan sites be approved.

2.       That final recommendations will be made to Cabinet for full consideration in 2016.   

Reasons for Decisions:

Whilst historically a statutory duty was placed on County Councils to provide and manage caravan sites, this has not been the case for over 20 years, with relevant responsibilities now being placed upon the local housing and local planning authorities to ensure sufficient sites are provided in their area. 

Different approaches have been taken over the years to optimise the management of Surrey County Council’s existing sites, however such direct provision is not the Council’s core business and a review of alternatives could deliver this service more effectively, produce savings and provide an improved experience for site residents.

[The decision on this item may be called in by either the Council Overview Board or the Economic Prosperity, Environment and Highways Scrutiny Board]