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This report asks the Council to approve Hook Road Arena as a Strategic Priority and thereby align available resources to bring forward options for a mixed-use development.

The potential development scheme would comprise playing pitches / sports / recreation facilities and housing as outlined in the submitted Regulation 19 draft Local Plan 2022-2040.

Council received a report requesting it to approve Hook Road Arena as a Strategic Priority.

Councillor Neil Dallen MOVED and Councillor Hannah Dalton SECONDED the motion.

Following consideration, it was unanimously resolved to:

(1)       Approve the addition of Hook Road Arena as an EEBC Strategic Priority.

(2)       Note the progress update outlined in the report.

(3)        Note that any future decision following the outcome of the feasibility work will be subject to complying with the S24 direction.