Commentary on Sections Terms of a property scheme
213.Paragraphs 14 and 15 set out rules governing the terms of a property scheme. In particular, the Authority may not set terms which adversely affect a third party (that is, a party whose consent would normally be required to the proposed provision if made other than by a property scheme but who has not consented to it) unless it concludes that it is necessary or expedient for the performance of the successful bidder’s functions. In such a case, it must also consider including provision for compensation to be paid to the adversely affected third party. In addition, a scheme can include a requirement for the successful bidder and/or asset owner to pay costs incurred in connection with the scheme by each other, the Authority and affected third parties.
214.Any decisions by the Authority on terms which relate to financial matters (for example, compensation to be paid) must be on the basis of what is fair. Decisions on other matters must be on the basis of what the Authority considers is appropriate in all the circumstances of the case.