Decision details

Purpose of report: To examine the potential options for the future short and long-term development of the Hungate employment site.

Members are asked to: Approve the way forward.

RESOLVED: (i)         That the development of the site as a prime location for either Central Government Office relocation or private office development be supported, and that the marketing of the site should reflect this ambition.

                        (ii)        That Officers be requested to ensure that the site is cleared, its archaeology investigated, prepared and in a state of readiness for future development.

(iii) That it be acknowledged that the viability of any future development option should take account of the costs incurred to date in making the site ready for development.

(iv) That, in the event that future development proposals are planned for the medium to long term, the investigation of short term uses for the site be requested.

(v) That Officers be requested to monitor market conditions and report back to the Executive any significant interest in or offers for the site.

(vi) That it be requested that future reports include updates on all recommendations arising from the meeting on 25 August 2009 with the Minister for Yorkshire and the Humber.

REASON:      To ensure that all options are considered to maximise the value and development opportunities for this important site in the centre of York.