Marriotts Walk, Witney

Aims of the development:

• Enhance the commercial viability and vitality of the Town Centre

•Widen the range of services and facilities available to the local community

•Preserve and enhance the special architectural and environmental character of Witney Conservation Area

•Be attractive functional and safe for all users

•Achieve a reasonable financial return for local tax payers

Site features:• Retail of various sizes / types

• Residential

• Cinema

• Parking

• Some open space

• Public art

Key learning points:

• Free parking a competitive edge.

• Consultation done properly; lots of community buy-in.

• Thought given to detailed design and character.

• Good working partnerships between developer and planners – it takes effort!

Success Factors:

• Needs a strong vision before you start - But be flexible/adapt

• Good to get external verification/support to persuade doubters

•Needs community and Member buy in

Keep partners and Statutory Undertakers in the loopKeep on consulting/engaging- it pays off