Decision

Summary of
Decision
 
The Cabinet Member for City Highways and Air
Quality has approved the following:
 
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The Council proceeding with the detailed design and implementation
of the Eccleston Street Public Realm scheme
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The commitment of capital expenditure of £2,270,091 necessary
to carry out the design and implementation stages of the proposals
relating to the Eccleston Street public realm scheme
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A TMO consultation being progressed, and the making of the decision
to implement the TMO delegated to the Head of Parking
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The Council entering into an agreement pursuant to S278 Highways
Act 1980 with Grosvenor Estate to secure the funding required to
complete design and undertake implementation of the Eccleston
Street public realm scheme
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The Council entering into a management agreement with Grosvenor
Estate permitting Grosvenor to act as an agent of WCC, overseeing
the management and maintenance of new planting and greening
associated with the new rain gardens implemented as part of the
scheme
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And, the delegation of authority the
Director of City Highways to approve minor modifications as
necessary to the approved scheme, in consultation with the Cabinet
Member for City Highways and Air Quality.
 
Reasons for
Decision
 
These approvals will allow completion of
public highway improvement works. The improvements will help to
enhance the area, by improving provisions for walking and
accessibility, supporting local business and enhancing the public
realm through increased greening and sustainable urban drainage