Field 402, Le Clos le Troquer, Transfer/adoption of land for footpath and bus shelter

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A decision made 14 November 2022:

Decision Reference: MD-INF-2022-705		Public
Subject: Transfer/adoption of land for new footpath and bus shelter - Field 402, St. Martin
Report Title: Field 402 ( Le Clos le Troquer ), La Grande Route de Faldouet, St. Martin – transfer/adoption of land for new footpath and bus shelter		Exempt (Article 33(b))
Decision(s): The Minister decided, as provided under Standing Order 168 (1) (a), that the Public should transact with the Vendors for the transfer and adoption of a new footpath and bus shelter adjoining La Grande Route de Faldouet, constructed under a Planning Obligation Agreement related to the development of Field 402 (Le Clos le Troquer), St Martin.
Reason for Decision(s): It has been agreed between the parties that the relevant area of land comprising the footpath and the bus shelter shall be transferred to and adopted by the Public, subject to certain conditions being met.
Resource Implications: There are no new financial and/or manpower implications arising.
Action Required: 1. In accordance with Standing Order 168 (3) this decision must be presented to the States at least 15 working days before the contract is passed before Court or concluded. After the expiry of 15 working days following presentation to the States the transaction may be concluded. 2. The Minister hereby authorised, as applicable: a. under Standing Order 168 (5) the Attorney General and the Greffier to pass any contract which is required to be passed on behalf of the Public; b. the Director of Jersey Property Holdings to conclude any contract which is required to be concluded on behalf of the Public.
Signature:	Signed By: Minister for Infrastructure
Date Signed:	Date of Decision (If different from Date Signed):