The report outlines progress to date on the
joint working, under a previously agreed Memorandum of
Understanding, between the city council and Lancashire-based
developer Maple Grove to explore and define a commercial mixed-use
development proposal for the Heron Works site (a site under formal
legal option to Maple Grove) combined with the neighbouring council
land interests. Approval is sought on the next steps, measures, and
resources required to progress the scheme through the next design
development, planning and delivery phases.
Decision type: Key
Reason Key: Financial and Community Impact;
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Wards affected: Castle Ward;
Notice of proposed decision first published: 30/04/2025
Anticipated restriction: Fully exempt - View reasons
Explanation of anticipated restriction:
The 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: 31 July 2025 by Cabinet
Lead member: Cabinet Member for Communities, Well-Being and Partnerships
Contact: Paul Rogers, Regeneration Service Manager Email: progers@lancaster.gov.uk Tel: 01524 582334.
Consultation process
The proposal is within area defined by the
council's approved Canal Quarter Masterplan which has been the
subject of wide general public and stakeholder consultation. Future
proposals will also be subject to consultation via the statutory
planning process..
Consultees
The proposal is within area defined by the
council's approved Canal Quarter Masterplan which has been the
subject of wide general public and stakeholder consultation. Future
proposals will also be subject to consultation via the statutory
planning process..
Are there any climate change implications?: None arising from the report