By John Baron
Council chiefs have approved the disposal of the former Leeds Postal Sports Association Club building in Kirkstall.
A council report has authorised the disposal of the land to developers Artisan, who are developing the neighbouring former Kirkstall District Centre site for housing.
The council disposed of its legal interest in the Kirkstall District Centre site in May 2021 to Artisan Real Estate but retained the freeholder interest of land which houses the Leeds Postal Workers club.
The report adds: “The Postal Workers Club have two ground leases with 32 years remaining. The ground lease allowed the club building and part of the car park to be constructed. The club went into administration in early 2023 however they have continued to pay their rent. Artisan, the adjacent owner, has approach the council and the Postal Workers Club to purchase the property.
“The proposed transaction will generate a capital receipt to the council that will contribute to the Best Council Plan by supporting communities and promoting sustainable and inclusive economic growth.
“It will also facilitate the continued development of the site and in turn, the delivery of new sustainable homes in Kirkstall and this will provide better accommodation for the people of Leeds.”
Kirkstall ward members were consulted in January 2024. The report says Councillor Fiona Venner (Lab) raised concerns regarding possible future use of the site in relation to planning and the impact on highways.
The price of the sale has not been revealed.
The full council report can be read here.
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