Decision details

Following the development of the Huddersfield Station Gateway Masterplan, formal endorsement of the document is being sought by Cabinet.

Engagement and Consultation

Engagement with the project partner and stakeholders has been crucial in shaping the masterplan. This has been done through structured workshops and one-to-one meetings. Kirklees Council has worked collaboratively with the four partners of Hd1 Developments Ltd, Network Rail, TransPennine Express (TPE), and West Yorkshire Combined Authority (WYCA) to bring this Masterplan forward.

The Masterplan sets out a range of ambitious projects, subject to endorsement by Cabinet engagement and consultation will take place with Cllrs, stakeholders and partners to explore the next steps to progress.

Background Papers

·       Cabinet Report - Huddersfield Station Gateway Masterplan

·       Huddersfield Station Gateway Masterplan document

1)    That the report and Masterplan document be received and noted.

2)    That approval be given to the Masterplan.

3)    That authority be delegated to the Executive Director for Place, in consultation with the Cabinet Member (Finance and Regeneration), to adopt the plan and publish it on the Council’s website to form the basis for funding bids and investment decisions in the masterplan area.

4)    That authority be delegated to the Executive Director for Place, in consultation with the Service Director for Legal Governance, and Commissioning, Service Director for Finance and the Cabinet Member for Finance and Regeneration to (i) progress continued engagement with partners to explore funding opportunities (ii) engage with partners, progress market engagement and explore development partner options, and (iii) enter any appropriate agreements with WYCA and other partners to further develop the masterplan in line with the Council’s policies and constitution.

5)    That authority be delegated to the Service Director Legal, Governance and Commissioning to enter into, on behalf of the Council, any external funding agreements or legal agreements related to the Masterplan as appropriate and in accordance with the Contract and Finance Procedure Rules.

6)    That it be noted that authority related to the procurement of a development partner, and specific projects which emerge from the Masterplan, and associated details regarding funding and delivery, will return to Cabinet for approval as required.