Cheshire East Council has this week announced that it plans to carry out site investigatory work on its land off St Anne’s Lane, Nantwich.
The aim of the investigation is to identify options for developing the site, a former town gas works, which is currently not used by the Council.
Tenders for the work are being invited and by the end of the month, a timetable of work will be available. This will be published around the site.
Once work starts, the site will need to be closed and there will be no access for vehicles, including cycles or pedestrians. However, an alternative cycle and pedestrian route has been identified and copies of this route will be posted at key locations around the site and Mill Island. Access to Mill Island will still be available via Queen’s Drive.
The investigatory work will involve creating holes in various locations throughout the site. This needs to be done so that samples can be taken and the ground can be monitored. In the 1980s, some structures were demolished and some remedial work to the land was carried out. The site investigation will identify whether anything further is required.
The majority of the holes will be refilled once work is finished. Some will need further monitoring and these will be identified clearly and secured.
Cabinet member with responsibility for prosperity Councillor Jamie Macrae said: “Local ward members have asked the Council to look at options for developing this key town centre site with a view to it contributing to the regeneration and continued economic growth of Nantwich.
“We will look to opening up the site for the duration of the Nantwich Jazz Festival between 7am April 4 and midnight April 10. If further work is still required, the site will be closed immediately afterwards.”
Nantwich Mayor and local ward member Councillor Arthur Moran said: “This brownfield land is one of the last prime development sites in the town centre.
“It is most likely that we will be looking to create a good-quality, mixed development that will enhance the waterfront area of the River Weaver. So it is vital that this investigatory work is done, to ensure that the land is suitable for development.”
1 comment:
What a great shame, I like many others only visit Nantwich because of this hidden gem car park. It is obviously very popular for all those that use it, despite never seemingly maintained. Brian.
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