Decision details

Purpose of Report: The report will ask the Executive to consider a 10 week temporary use of part of the Castle Car Park during 2018.

The Executive will be asked to agree the proposal including the financial terms on which it is taken forward and to the granting of a lease.

Resolved:  That the Executive;

                                     I.        Agree the proposed use of part of the car park subject to planning permission and other relevant statutory approvals.

                                   II.        Note the alternative parking arrangements proposed.

                                  III.        Delegate to the Assistant Director Legal and Governance the drawing up of a lease.

Reason:     Shakespeare’s Rose Theatre would help drive temporary vibrancy to the Castle Gateway, raise the profile of the area, allow the council to understand the impact of the displacement of car journeys without an impact on revenue, and potentially pave the way for the long term redevelopment of Castle car park as the key to unlocking the regeneration of this part of the city.