Agenda item

The Committee considered a report of the Director of the Built Environment concerning the Thames Tideway Tunnel Development consent order decision by the Secretary of State and Planning Service Level Agreement.

The Committee commented on the importance of ensuring that this project was considered alongside the Cycle Superhighway Project and other major works such as the Bank Station Upgrade to minimise disruption.

Members were informed that the City of London School had been consulted thoroughly on the proposals and an arrangement was in place to ensure that there was minimal disturbance, especially during exam periods.  Members underlined the need for consideration of the City of London School once the project was completed, and the re-positioned pier was in use.

RESOLVED – That,

a)    Officers be authorised to continue to negotiate with Thames Water on outstanding issues including those relating to planning, property and asset protection; and

b)    the Comptroller and City Solicitor be authorised to review and enter into any related legal agreements.

c)    the Comptroller and City Solicitor be authorised to enter into the Planning Service Level Agreement relating to local authority resourcing and timely progression of the Thames Tideway Tunnel project, and any Deeds of Transfer pursuant to that Agreement.