"ACV status can help save pubs and other spaces the community cares about. "It gave Barnet Museum time to investigate purchasing Tudor Hall and do their due diligence. "The government is currently legislating for a longer period for community groups to raise the funds to buy and assess the feasibility of purchasing, levelling the playing field with commercial businesses. "If the Black Horse does become an ACV, that could be an option for us if the legislation is passed in time."
"The next step is getting the application in. We need 21 local people to back it and as many stories as possible from those who've used the Black Horse over the years. That's the evidence that makes the difference."
Thousands of north London residents have signed a petition urging Barnet Council to protect the Black Horse Pub, said to date from 1720, after its closure in September. Owner Star Pubs is recruiting a new operator following the last leaseholder vacating. Residents and councillors are pursuing asset of community value (ACV) status to secure the community's right to bid if the site is sold and to prevent redevelopment. The petition near Wood Street and Union Street has attracted more than 2,30 signatures. Councillor Emma Whysall and campaigners are preparing an ACV application and gathering local backing and stories.
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