Post on 13-Jan-2016
Private Sector Presentations for the future of the Princess Promenade and Banjo
Steve Parrock – Chief ExecutiveDavid White – Senior Development Surveyor
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Introduction
• Overview• The evolution of the Promenade and Banjo• The condition of the Promenade and Banjo• Previous Public Consultation Events• Presentations by Private Sector Developers• Questions & Answers
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Evolution of the Promenade and Banjo
• The promenade has evolved from the 1900’s to the 1960’s.
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Evolution of the Promenade and Banjo
• Plan from the 1930’s showing a promenade but no banjo
• The 1950’s and 1960’s addition is shown dotted
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Evolution of the Promenade and Banjo
• The 1930’s promenade, with no banjo
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Evolution of the Promenade and Banjo
• In the 1950’s the promenade was widened and a single level semi-circle added
• The two tier platform know as the Banjo was added in the 1960’s
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The Condition of the Promenade and Banjo
• The problems are associated with the 1950’s and 1960’s additions
• Concrete spalling
• Exposing reinforcement bars
• These are also corroding
• Closed in 2006
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The Condition of the Promenade and Banjo
• The limitations in its design and construction are typical for its age
• Concrete in a marine environment
• Not designed for vehicles
• Deck needs completely replacing
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The Condition of the Promenade and Banjo
• Concrete spalling, crumbling into the sea
• The columns need cathodic protection
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The Condition of the Promenade and Banjo
• The 1960’s banjo needs repairing
• Supporting columns also cathodic protection
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Summary of Previous Public Consultation
• February 2008: Previous Mayor’s Vision launched, including ideas for Princess Promenade and private sector investment
• 2008 – 2010: TDA received several proposals for Princess Promenade, mostly too large & inappropriate
• February 2010: TDA and Nicholas James Group presented outline proposals to Tormohun Community Partnership
• May 2010: Nicholas James Group presented revised proposals to Tormohun Community Partnership
• February 2011: TDA updated Torquay Town Centre Community Partnership
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Summary of Previous Public Consultation
• May 2011: The new Mayor stipulates no development on the Promenade between the Pavilion and the theatre
• July 2011: Full Council agree to investigate a Council funded repairing option with an envisaged life of 25 years (i.e. to 2036)
– Estimated cost £3m– Annual cost to the Council for 25 years is £225,000– TDA asked to continue searching for private sector investment and wider
regeneration of the area.
• September 2011: Presentation of outline proposals to elected Council members
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Summary of Previous Public Consultation
• September 2011: report to Full Council confirming repairs will cost £3m and recommending approval to proceed. Decision to spend deferred – rescheduled for October 2011
• Mayor requests both developers present to public before October Council meeting
• In summary, the promenade is our shop window and it needs to be befitting of a leading resort. It plays an important role in our tourism economy which remains extremely weak and vulnerable.
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