Decision Maker: Executive

Outcome: For Determination

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: December 3, 2024

Purpose: Report on revised proposals for CityPoint and proposed way forward and to update on previous Executive resolution and revised way forward

Content: Agreed:   RESOLVED that the Executive note:   1)    the progress to date following the withdrawal of The Crown Estate’s interest as lead developer; 2)    that meanwhile uses for the Former Bus Station site would be considered and that officers would develop medium term uses for the site, plans for consideration, and to bring forward ideas to the Executive, having given consideration to there being no financial resources at the current stage; 3)    that officers and potential development partners (including new adjoining landowners), would work on a potential comprehensive delivery solution and present proposals to the Executive in early 2025; and 4)    that a market insight report be commissioned by officers to look at delivery options for the land within the City Council’s control.   Reason for Decision: As set out in the report and as amended at the meeting.