High Street Rental Auctions

(Please note this consultation was undertaken on our old digital engagement platform - for transparency we have copied the text as shown below)

We asked for comments on the proposed area to be designated for High Street Rental Auctions (HSRA).

HSRAs are a new power for councils to require landlords to let out persistently vacant properties to new tenants, such as local businesses or community groups.

HSRAs were introduced in December 2024 as part of the Levelling Up and Regeneration Act 2023 as a tool to see local authorities working proactively with landlords to encourage vibrant and successful high streets.

To be able to use HSRAs, we first must carry out community engagement on the area we want to focus on, asking for comments on the proposed area.

Please read the information document, including Frequently Asked Questions and use the online form to give your comments about the proposed area (shown in the map below). You can see the list of roads in the proposed area and can also look at our interactive map before completing our online form.

Have your say

We would like to hear any comments on the proposed area before it is designated.

You can have your say by completing our online form.

Alternatively, you can view a copy of the consultation document and complete a paper form at the following libraries:

• Boscombe
• Bournemouth Town Centre
• Westbourne

If you have any questions or require a large print copy of this information or alternative language or format, please email economicdevelopment@bcpcouncil.gov.uk giving your name, address, and telephone number.

The consultation will close at 11.59pm on Tuesday 12 August 2025.

The findings will be presented to the Portfolio Holder for Destination, Leisure and Commercial Operations for a decision to be made on the designated area.