Council looks to transfer more assets

Members will discuss the proposals when they meet next Tuesday.

Calderdale drew up its original framework for the transfer of assets in April 2009 and has been at the forefront of community asset transfer ever since.

So far the council has transferred four assets to community groups across the borough, most notably Hebden Bridge Town Hall last year.

The council is also in the process of managing nearly 20 other applications in community asset transfer, ranging from Hebden Bridge Picture House and land for allotments, to public toilets, community associations and social clubs.

A report to be considered by members says that since the original framework was drawn up in 2009, there has been increased interest from communities to manage local assets.

The proposed new process would, among other matters, establish a single point of contact for groups and communities wishing to enquire about asset transfer.