Council is seeking community feedback on a proposal to provide a 10-year commercial lease to Regional Development Australia, Adelaide Hills Fleurieu and Kangaroo Island Inc, for continued occupancy of the Old Headmasters Cottage located at 1 Colman Terrace Strathalbyn, behind the Strathalbyn Council Office.

Why are we asking?

As the land is community land and the proposed term of the lease is greater than 5 years, community consultation is required under the Local Government Act 1999, to provide the public with an opportunity to consider the essential terms proposed and make a submission regarding the proposal should they choose to.

Community engagement is integral to Council when considering a proposal over community land. Following close of community engagement, the submissions received are provided to Council to assist Council Members in making an informed decision on the proposal.

Proposed leave details

The community are provided with the below essential terms of the proposed lease:

• Ten (5 + 5) year commercial building lease
• Commencement date of 1 November 2025.
• Expiry date of 31 October 2035
• Commencement lease fee to be determined by Independent Valuation with annual increase by CPI.
• Commencement lease fee on five (5) year renewal term to be determined by Independent Valuation with annual increase by CPI.
• Lease area as provided within the consultation process
• All services, insurances, outgoings and maintenance responsibilities are the cost of the Lessee, with Council responsible for replacement of infrastructure at end of useful life.