URL: https://moderngov.fareham.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=2697

Decision Maker: Executive

Outcome:

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Purpose: To seek approval for the funding arrangements for the redevelopment of 130-136 West Street, Fareham (formerly Birks Furniture Store), and the process towards the appointment of contractors to deliver the scheme.   Further details surrounding the funding arrangements, including the total estimated project cost, are provided in the confidential Appendix A to the report.   The report also seeks Executive approval for delegated authority to enable the timely appointment of a suitable contractor to build out the scheme.    

Content: To seek approval for the funding arrangements for the redevelopment of 130-136 West Street, Fareham (formerly Birks Furniture Store), and the process towards the appointment of contractors to deliver the scheme.   Further details surrounding the funding arrangements, including the total estimated project cost, are provided in the confidential Appendix A to the report.   The report also seeks Executive approval for delegated authority to enable the timely appointment of a suitable contractor to build out the scheme.     RESOLVED that the Executive:   (a)  approves the funding mechanisms for the redevelopment of 130-136 West Street in Fareham, to provide a new Birks Building consisting of affordable housing and ground floor commercial space, as outlined in the Confidential Appendix A to the report; and   (b)  delegates authority to the Director of Housing and Health, following consultation with the Executive Member for Housing to appoint a building contractor to deliver the homes following an appropriate tender process.

Date of Decision: October 2, 2025