Decision details

Summary of Decision

The Cabinet Member for Planning and Economic Development has approved the development of design and delivery of priority projects as part of the Paddington Bayswater High Streets Programme, and delegated authority to the Executive Director of Regeneration, Economy and Planning to change the allocation of budget between the projects outlined in the report subject to remaining with the overall approval envelope.

Reasons for Decision

Due the significant spend (above £1.5M) there is a requirement for Cabinet Member approval.

A Cabinet Member decision is required to enable the development of these projects and allow for further delivery. These projects were highlighted upon both the baseline analysis and public engagement that the Place Shaping conducted in Summer 2023.

In a briefing held on 18 December 2023 the Cabinet Member for Planning and Economic Development agreed to proceed with the development of priority projects for the Paddington-Bayswater High Streets Programme, including: Shopfront Improvements Scheme, Public Realm Improvements on Praed Street & London Street and Westbourne Grove & Fiveways and the further scoping of future opportunities in the area considering the insights from both the baseline studies conducted by the Council and the feedback received through public engagement.