Agenda item

To consider project proposals relating to the provision of social housing at the York Way Estate.

COMMUNITY AND CHILDREN’S SERVICES COMMITTEE

(Ruby Sayed)

30 April 2021

York Way Estate Provision of Social Housing

The Court considered proposals in respect of the provision of social housing at the York Way Estate, in the context of the City Corporation’s target for delivering social housing.

Resolved – That the progression of the York Way Estate Provision of Social Housing project beyond Gateway 4b be approved and, in so doing –

1.     The designs which have been developed up to RIBA Stage 3 be endorsed.

2.     The additional budget of £508,177 to further develop the scheme and reach Gateway 5 be approved. 

3.     It be agreed that the project can now progress to the construction stage, subject to the approval of the planning application, for the delivery of 91 new homes.

4.     The total estimated cost of the project at £28,317,157, excluding risk and inflation, be noted. (NB - The total estimated cost including risk and inflation was £32,393,000)

5.     Consideration of future project report approvals be delegated to the Community & Children’s Services Committee and Projects Sub-Committee, and such relevant committees as may be required in respect of any unanticipated funding matters.