Decision details

Councillors Edwards, Denham, Leadbetter and Pearson all declared discloseable pecuniary interests as members of the Exeter Canal and Quay Trust and withdrew from the room whilst this matter was discussed.

Councillor Sutton chaired the meeting for this item.

The report of the Corporate Manager Property was submitted outlining a proposal to relocate the Quayside Visitor Centre into the Custom House and the simultaneous letting of the building to the Exeter Canal & Quay Trust (ECQT).

Members were advised that the Council had explored a number of options for a long-term, sustainable use for the property on Exeter’s historic quayside, and the proposed solution would ensure the ongoing stewardship of the historic fabric and provide greater access for all. 

Scrutiny Committee – Resources considered the report at its meeting on 28 January 2015 and its comments were noted.

RESOLVED that:-

(1)        the proposed relocation of the Quayside Visitor Centre to the Custom House be approved; and

(2)        the headline terms for the proposed letting to ECQT be approved.