Issue - meetings

To receive a verbal presentation on key considerations for regeneration.

The Sub-Committee received a presentation from John Percy, Oliver Maury and Jasmine Ceccarelli-Drewry of Montague Evans on key considerations relating to regeneration.

The Sub-Committee asked what factors would allow the Council to enter into a joint venture. Jasmine Ceccarelli-Drewry advised that this would be shaped by the vision and by the Council being a place leader. The Level of control would depend on the development delivery option pursued.

The Sub-Committee asked how a lack of infrastructure and no control over public transport could be remedied through regeneration. Oliver Maury advised that discussions related to infrastructure could take place with developers, particularly if a masterplan was implemented. John Percy stated that while the development of individual sites would have limited influence on transport there could be a financial impact.

The Sub-Committee queried how to engage members on developments within Staines when they could have concerns related to their own wards. The Group Head – Assets advised that due to the land holdings in Staines that was the most suitable starting point and would bring economic value to the whole of Spelthorne.

The Sub-Committee queried what the key learnings had been from the case studies highlighted in the presentation. John Percy advised that one of the most important aspects was for there to be a clear brief that was supported by all members and to have a realistic view on viability.

The Sub-Committee queried whether it was essential to have design codes in place before commencing with a procurement exercise and were advised that it was not necessary and that they could be developed in parallel.

The Sub-Committee resolved to note the update.