The Board received an initial
verbal presentation from Gary Bourne of Stanhope PLC and Kate
Bourne of Redwood Consulting; on how the consultation process would
run, prior to the production of any proposed designs.
- Introduction to
Stanhope
- Stanhope had recently
been selected following a year long tender process.
- Initial consultation
by Stanhope was underway with stakeholder groups.
- Local input was
sought on a number of key issues.
- Stanhope recognises
the importance of early and meaningful consultation with the local
community. Stanhope aimed to be inclusive as possible from
the outset, with assistance from all areas of the community to look
at all of the factors which will help to shape the
plans.
- Key objectives of a masterplan were
covered, with particular reference to including the river, site
linkages, tourism, sustainability, quality retailers, transport and
parking.
- Consultation was
planned with a cross section of age and society, and would include
elected representatives, community groups, colleges, youth groups
and disability groups to gain a wider view.
- Consultation would
not be restricted to the city, but would cover the surrounding
parishes.
- All of the relevant
statutory groups would also be consulted including English
Heritage.
- Public consultation
would be widely advertised, including in the local press and by
flyer circulation.
Timescales
Lots of work had already
started, consultation and planning takes a great deal of time. The
main aim over the next few months was to produce a development
agreement.
October
2012 - Attend the Business Expo held in
Salisbury.
Late 2012
/ Early 2013 – Hold first exhibition in city centre, to show people
where the project is at and to give any feedback
required.
Work with Architect.
Summer
/ Autumn 2013 – Hold a further
public exhibition.
Gather feedback.
Late 2013/early
2014 – Produce Planning
Submission.
Late
2014 – Aim to start development phase, completion date
unknown.
Gary added that updates and
timescales would be provided throughout the process to keep people
informed, and that people’s feedback and thoughts were
welcomed.
The Chairman thanked Gary and
Kate for the presentation adding that he was impressed with the
work so far.
Questions and comments were
then taken, these included:
- Given that there are
known water table limitations to the site, is it possible to put in
an underground car park or basement? Answer: We are in the early
stages of the design development; however we clearly understand the
limitations and issues associated with this site. All of the
options and possibilities open to us will be considered over the
next five months.
- Will the development
include a cycle route and can COG meet Stanhope? Answer: We are
keen to be in touch with the Heritage Trail to consider
incorporating a cycle route and will arrange a meeting.
- Will the development
be carried out in small phases so that people can get a feel for
it? Answer: The plan will involve phases to the work to keep
disruption to a minimum; this is an important part of the
plan.
- The Maltings development is far more important on an
economic scale than the market square development as it will affect
our economic situation for years to come. Consultation should be
rolled out to the wider Salisbury area outside of the city, as the
facilities are used by all. Answer: We agree that Salisbury will
draw people from greater afield, and that consultation would
also include people from outside the city.