Agenda item

Report of the Director of the Built Environment

The Sub Committee considered a report of the Director of the Built Environment in respect of a project to deliver public realm enhancements to the area surrounding the new development at Creed Court, to accommodate projected increase in pedestrian traffic and servicing needs of the hotel.

RESOLVED – That the Streets & Walkways Sub Committee:

1.    Authorise officers to utilise £100,000 invoiced to the developer to progress the project to Gateway 5 (see section 3 table 1 below), in advance of the full S.278 payment. The amount will be deducted from the full S.278 payment;

2.    Authorise officers, subject to receipt of the requested funds, to progress with detailed designs of the recommended option outlined below and fully funded by Section 278 agreement with the developer of Creed Court and undertake public consultation;

3.    Note, that as per the Projects Procedure and subject to scope and costs remaining within the parameters agreed in this report, the approval of Gateway 5 report will be delegated to Chief Officer; and

4.    Note the total estimated cost of the project at £667,546 - £800,000 (excluding risk).