15. How will we ensure that redevelopment happens swiftly, once existing tenants vacate and existing buildings are demolished?

There will be strict milestones and deadline dates in the agreement with our Developer to drive delivery but there will still be periods when it seems like nothing is happening on the ground.  This is inevitable with any redevelopment of this scale and complexity, whilst planning is sought, contracts are agreed and mobilisation takes place. There are also only certain times of the year when works to the river and on site can take place, due to various species which are present and need to be protected or relocated. The current challenging national economic conditions and their impact on the property market has led to some delays to the initial programme. However, the council has been working closely with St Modwen Homes on the plans to bring forward this exciting development to realise our vision for the site and continue to progress the Brimscombe Port development.