Tendring Council's Weeley offices to be sold at auction

Tendring Council’s former offices in Weeley will be sold at auction following a decision by the authority’s cabinet.

The site has been empty for some time and currently costs the council around £65,000 a year in maintenance and security.

A plan to redevelop the site was scrapped earlier this year. (Image: Tendering District Council) Assets boss Peter Kotz said: "Cabinet has agreed to proceed with the freehold disposal of the former Weeley offices site, starting with an auction process.

"This approach provides a clear and transparent route to sale, reduces ongoing costs, and supports our commitment to financial sustainability and openness."

A previous plan to redevelop the site for housing was abandoned earlier this year due to delays and legal complications.

The council now plans to promote the auction widely, including reaching out to parties who had shown interest in the past.

Mr Kotz said: "This decision reflects our pragmatic approach to managing public assets responsibly, while ensuring we achieve the best consideration reasonably possible for the site."

Tendring Council said further details, including the auction date, will be given in due course.