To consider a report of the Executive Member for Investment Regeneration and Strategic Planning.

1. Thatthe current position and potential opportunity for each site be noted.

2. That the proposals, delivery route and tender process as set out in paragraph 2.0 of the report to select a development partner for each site be approved.

3. That the proposal to establish a development team be noted.

4. That it be noted that the appropriate community engagement will be undertaken for each site as part of the process.

The Executive Member for Investment, Regeneration and Strategic Planning submitted a report which sought approval from the Executive to proceed with formal procurement exercises to select respective development partners for specified Council sites, subject to final business case approval and due diligence on the partners’ ability to deliver a viable and acceptable scheme. In discussion it was noted that formal consultation would be undertaken with potentially affected communities and ward councillors, and clarification was sought on the extent of the site at Stokoe Avenue. In response to a question, it was noted that costings associated with the proposed internal development team were indicative at this stage; and that any appropriate approvals would be sought in due course in the usual way.

            RESOLVED -

(1)        Thatthe current position and potential opportunity for each site be noted.

(2)        That the proposals, delivery route and tender process as set out in paragraph 2.0 of the report to select a development partner for each site be approved.

(3)        That the proposal to establish a development team be noted.

(4)        That it be noted that the appropriate community engagement will be undertaken for each site as part of the process.