Have say on ‘game-changing’ Quays office development
A public consultation revealing new details of Bath’s biggest ever office development, Bath Quays North, has gone live.
The project is set to transform the Avon Street Car Park site with 176,292 sq ft of modern office space as well as restaurants and retail units, 92 new homes, a hotel and improvements to car parking and public spaces. It is hoped that 2,000 jobs will be created.
Site owner Bath and North East Somerset Council has entered into a joint venture with Legal & General and Bell Hammer to bring forward what has been described as the most significant office-led development in Bath for a generation.
Architectural designs revealed online show how the site could look, including the new waterfront space, while other details have come to light, including four new public spaces created between the buildings.
Under proposals the developers set out their aim to reconnect the city with the River Avon and Bath Quays South.
They wish to “create a new riverfront destination and promenade for all to enjoy” as well as a safe place to live.
Outline planning permission for the development was granted by B&NES Council in 2019.
The new detailed proposals show the public how the site will be redeveloped into a mixed-use scheme, including up to seven new buildings comprising workspace, homes, retail units and a hotel, with a new promenade providing riverside restaurants, landscaped public spaces and a basement car park.
Due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, the public consultation will be held online at www.bathquaysnorth. com
Ian Bell, executive director of Bath Chamber of Commerce and the Initiative in B&NES, added: “Our members are delighted to see progress on this site. It will be a game-changer for the local economy, allowing existing businesses to grow and attracting fresh inward investment, bringing jobs for the future.”
Councillor Tim Ball, cabinet member for housing, development and economic development, said: “This is another piece of the jigsaw in revitalising the centre of Bath enhancing the offer that Bath has across the region and further afield.”
The consultation will close on June 22, 2020. If you are unable to access the consultation materials online and would like a hard copy sent, call 01225 423400.