Approval to enter into a design and build contract with Equans Regeneration Limited for the delivery of this development project. The project budget has been allocated through the annual February Council budget-setting meetings.

This decision acknowledges and approves modifications to the proposed contract, including changes to the liability and hardship clauses from those originally advertised. Additionally, the associated risks of proceeding with this contract have been noted and considered.

To authorise entering into a build contract with Equans Ltd. to undertake this development project (as above).  The budget envelope for the project has been provided at annual February Council budget setting meetings.

To deliver 51 affordable new homes – which supports the Council's strategy and priority of providing more affordable housing. This initiative contributes to the City Council's affordable homes delivery programme.

If the Council does not proceed with a build contract with Equans Ltd., a re-tendering process will be required. This would introduce additional time and costs to the programme, potentially risking viability. Should the development become unviable, the Council would be unable to deliver it directly as outlined in the Affordable Housing Supply Programme.