Huge proposed development around Lambeth town hall promises 'community space and feel good vibes'
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Twattor
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This is really interesting. Pocket living build micro flats, much smaller than anything built in accordance with the mayor of london's design standards (which are basically parker morris plus). Social housing (inc shared ownership) has always had to meet space standards, and this greatly inflates the build costs as the bulk of the cost is in the fabric of the building - fancy tiles/kitchens/bathrooms are a fraction of the cost of the structure. This is why private developers are always horrified by the size of the s106 units.
Some councils, such as the People's Republic of Islington won't permit Pocket Living on their patch, simply because they don't build units that meet their standards for habitable space.
I should be surprised that Lambeth welcome them, but I'm not.
leanderman
Street Party: July 2
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Don't forget that Lambeth welcomed with open arms The Collective into Pop Brixton, who pride themselves on stripping out buildings and packing them with "as many compact living spaces as the property will allow."
https://www.thecollective.co.uk/the-collectivist/reza-merchant--strength-in-numbers
If of interest... council has lost a FOI/EIR request on the grounds of public interest, and is required to publish the non-redeacted financial viability assessment for the Nu Town Hall development site by 11 August 2016...
https://ico.org.uk/media/action-weve-taken/decision-notices/2016/1624606/fer_0608537.pdf
Not the clause 46 in the Info Commissioner's report:
"The Commissioner notes that this case is slightly different in that the scheme proposes to deliver 47% affordable housing, over and above the council’s core strategy policy. However, it is noted from the council’s submissions that this is due to an agreement in place with the developer to transfer ownership of some of the site over to it and the Commissioner notes that even though 47% was agreed the developer still wished to maintain that only 16% was justified."
It looks like they are giving the developers Muse some of the land....
https://ico.org.uk/media/action-weve-taken/decision-notices/2016/1624606/fer_0608537.pdf
Not the clause 46 in the Info Commissioner's report:
"The Commissioner notes that this case is slightly different in that the scheme proposes to deliver 47% affordable housing, over and above the council’s core strategy policy. However, it is noted from the council’s submissions that this is due to an agreement in place with the developer to transfer ownership of some of the site over to it and the Commissioner notes that even though 47% was agreed the developer still wished to maintain that only 16% was justified."
It looks like they are giving the developers Muse some of the land....
ricbake
working out how
Anyone want to run an Enterprise Hub in YNTH the basement of the Town Hall?
Service Charge £54,000 pa Business rates to be advised -
Your New Town Hall - Enterprise Hub - Lambeth - has to tick the "Vibrancy" box
Brixton is world renowned for its extraordinary character, vibrancy and richly diverse cultural history!
The council is seeking a workspace operator to take a lease on the YNTH basement space.
The council expects the Operator to manage a workspace that will provide the following benefits:
● A vibrant Enterprise Hub facility at the heart of the council’s new YNTH building.
● Affordable and flexible workspace for start-ups and small businesses; supporting delivery of the council’s Future Lambeth inclusive growth ambition and BEAP.
● Increased number of CDI businesses within the local area, including some business with high growth potential.
● Positive connections and collaboration between the workspace provider, businesses located within the enterprise hub, and local community organisations, supporting local take up of opportunities.
● Events and workshops that (a) support business development, and (b) bring local residents into the space (particularly younger residents) during non-working hours to inspire and
10 support understanding of entrepreneurship, career and employment pathways in the creative and digital sectors.
● The successful organisation will be required to include a component of the space which is dedicated for use by a local social enterprise, third sector or community organisation(s).
Third sector / community engagement as a key part of the Enterprise Hub offer.
The council sees a specific opportunity for the Enterprise Hub to raise awareness of creative and digital industry employment and education pathways,
supporting disadvantaged residents to access these important growth sectors for the borough.
Service Charge £54,000 pa Business rates to be advised -
Your New Town Hall - Enterprise Hub - Lambeth - has to tick the "Vibrancy" box
Brixton is world renowned for its extraordinary character, vibrancy and richly diverse cultural history!
The council is seeking a workspace operator to take a lease on the YNTH basement space.
The council expects the Operator to manage a workspace that will provide the following benefits:
● A vibrant Enterprise Hub facility at the heart of the council’s new YNTH building.
● Affordable and flexible workspace for start-ups and small businesses; supporting delivery of the council’s Future Lambeth inclusive growth ambition and BEAP.
● Increased number of CDI businesses within the local area, including some business with high growth potential.
● Positive connections and collaboration between the workspace provider, businesses located within the enterprise hub, and local community organisations, supporting local take up of opportunities.
● Events and workshops that (a) support business development, and (b) bring local residents into the space (particularly younger residents) during non-working hours to inspire and
10 support understanding of entrepreneurship, career and employment pathways in the creative and digital sectors.
● The successful organisation will be required to include a component of the space which is dedicated for use by a local social enterprise, third sector or community organisation(s).
Third sector / community engagement as a key part of the Enterprise Hub offer.
The council sees a specific opportunity for the Enterprise Hub to raise awareness of creative and digital industry employment and education pathways,
supporting disadvantaged residents to access these important growth sectors for the borough.
Gramsci
Well-Known Member
Isn't this just following the rules on tendering? Impact Hub were in Town Hall. When building works started helpfully the Council suddenly found space in Pop Brixton for them. My understanding was this was temporary until ",Your New Town Hall" was finished.
Then Impact Hub would move back.
Or have I got this wrong?
The above as by Council sounds like what Impact Hub were meant to do?
Impact Hub are something that Nu Labour love.
ricbake
working out how
Could be..
This from 3 years go - http://yournewtownhall.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/YNTH-Intro-Boards.pdf
This from 3 years go - http://yournewtownhall.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/YNTH-Intro-Boards.pdf
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hiraethified
Sure is delivering on those benefits
Lambeth Council to spend £200,000 on improving the Brixton Customer Services Centre – despite only being open for two years
Lambeth Council to spend £200,000 on improving the Brixton Customer Services Centre – despite only being open for two years
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