Can a community stop a local pub being sold? Will councils face new restrictions when disposing of land? What are the proposed changes to Assets of Community Value (ACVs)?

In this Q&A episode of Unpacking the Case, we answer your questions surrounding Assets of Community Value and the disposal of local authority land.

Hosts Richard and Lizzie discuss ACVs and what community groups should be watching for as further legislation and guidance develops.

Richard also explores the issues that arise when councils dispose of land, including the Crichel Down Rules, open space disposals, selling at an undervalue and the balance between obtaining best value and delivering wider social and environmental benefits.

Whether you are a local authority, developer, landowner or community organisation, this episode provides some answers to your questions on this fast-moving area of law.

Topics covered:

• Assets of Community Value (ACVs)

• Community right to buy

• Moratorium periods and disposal restrictions

• Valuation and compensation

• Crichel Down Rules

• Local authority land disposals

• Open space and allotment land

• Social value and best value considerations