This is effectively an 8 storey concrete framed purpose built multi-storey car park which was constructed in the 1970’s. The car park is divided into two sections, with split levels and interconnecting ramps, providing 17 levels of car parking.

This report examines the scope for the redevelopment of the current structure to provide better use for the site and the potential to provide a capital receipt and or improved revenue stream to the Council.

After a full discussion, a motion was MOVED by Cllr Quirk and SECONDED by Cllr Sapwell to receive the recommendations set out in the report.

Voting took place by a show of hands and in accordance with Rule 9.2 of the Council Procedure Rules, the Chair exercised his casting vote and the motion was CARRIED.

2.1      That further investigations are carried out into the viability of the          redevelopment of the Multi-Storey Car Park and the preferred                      options are presented tot he next Asset and Enterprise                            Committee with recommendations as to how it should be                        progressed.

2.2      That a budget of up to £25,000 is allocated to meet the costs of the further investigations and any consultants fees to progress            the project.