1.      That the achievements to date in respect of empty homes since April 2009, including the additional revenue the Council is likely to receive be noted.

2.      That the commencement of further high level enforcement action in respect of the properties identified in Appendix B to the report be approved.

3.      To authorise the Executive Member for Social Care, Health and Housing to encourage the return to use of buildings that are vacant and in public sector ownership; initiating dialogue with owners to establish an approach that makes best use of the asset.

4.      That the development of an enforcement approach which could include the Council’s wider powers such as Compulsory Purchase Orders, to encourage empty properties return to use be approved in principle.