To consider the outcome of the reissued Nelson
Street site preferred developer competition and next steps in
securing housing delivery.
Decision type: Key
Reason Key: Financial and Community Impact;
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Wards affected: Castle Ward;
Notice of proposed decision first published: 08/12/2023
Anticipated restriction: Fully exempt - View reasons
Explanation of anticipated restriction:
This report is exempt in accordance with Section 100A(4) of the Local Government Act 1972 on the grounds that it could involve the possible disclosure of exempt information as defined in paragraph 3 of Schedule 12A of that Act
Service(s): Sustainable Growth;
Decision due: 7 March 2024 by Cabinet
Lead member: Cabinet Member with particular responsibility for Housing & Homelessness (Deputy Leader), Cabinet Member with particular responsibility for Regeneration, Skills and Digital Innovation
Contact: Paul Rogers, Senior Regeneration Officer Email: progers@lancaster.gov.uk Tel: 01524 582334.
Consultation process
The site is within the area covered by the
Canal Quarter Strategic Regeneration Framework SPD and the Canal
Quarter Masterplan both of which indicate the site can be brought
forward for housing. Both documents have been the subject of
extensive consultation.
Are there any climate change implications?: Should a proposal progress to development the council has indicated the building and housing units should meet the highest standards of environmental performance.