Decision details

Disposal of land at Grandstand Road

Decision Maker: Commercial and Investment Manager

Decision status: Recommendations Approved

Is Key decision?: No

Is subject to call in?: No

Decision:

To dispose of a small area of adjacent to Grandstand Road to the neighbouring house owner for nil consideration.
A request has been received for the transfer from the adjacent house owner.
The Highway Adoptions and Infrastructure Improvements Delivery Manager has confirmed that the land is no longer required for future highway improvements.
For more than 30 years the land has been fenced off and maintained to a high standard as part of the garden of the adjacent house, there has been no attempt by the council to restrict this occupation.
It is considered that a claim for adverse possession by the house owner would be successful.

Contact: Michelle Chadd Email: michelle.chadd4@herefordshire.gov.uk Tel: 01432 261552.

Publication date: 09/04/2026

Date of decision: 01/04/2026

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