Agenda item

Report of the Interim Executive Director, Environment.

The Sub-Committee considered a report of the Interim Executive Director, Environment concerning the proposal to deliver public realm enhancements to the area surrounding the new development at Creed Court as outlined in the Sections 106 and 278 agreements, to accommodate the projected increase in pedestrian traffic and servicing needs of the hotel.

A Member commented that when the street was partially closed, many pedestrians were unaware the street was partially open and therefore businesses that relied on passing trade, had lost business. He advised that once Officers were informed of this, they responded quickly, putting signage on Ludgate Hill advising that the businesses were still open. He stated that this was a learning point for the future.

RESOLVED - That the Sub-Committee

1.         Approve the contents of this report and agree to close this project;

2.         Approve the budget adjustment related to staff costs to be actioned as outlined in Appendix 3 of the Officer report;

3.         Authorise return of unused funds to the developer, including any accrued interest as per the Section 278 agreement.