2023
June 2023
A report asking the Leader to make a decision about the Princes Parade site is published.
The current planning permission has an implementation date of 17 July 2023, after which it will expire.
A recommendation to seek an extension of the permission for three years, through the submission of a non-material amendment to the local planning authority, will now be considered by Cllr Jim Martin before a decision is made later this week.
This would allow the new administration to consider options and give sufficient time for community engagement on the future use and treatment of the site before final decisions are made.
Hoardings remain in place and are being maintained to ensure ongoing site security and public safety from the contaminated land. No further activities on site are currently being progressed.
February 2023
The council receives an offer from a private developer to acquire and develop out the Princes Parade site.
Cabinet discusses the matter on 22 February 2023 and instructs officers to consider the offer and potential next steps.
A detailed report considering community and commercial factors will be prepared and put before members once this work has been completed.
The immediate focus remains on progressing the decisions made in December – ensuring all outstanding pre-commencement planning conditions are satisfied and carrying out some material works to ensure the permission is implemented.