CGI of the proposed development
Benefits of the scheme:
These proposals will offer a range of benefits for the local community. Highlighted below are just some of these, we will provide more information as the proposals develop.
- A new development which will improve the visual appearance of the building. Replacement of a blank exterior and tired building with a high-quality designed premium aparthotel and viable community use space
- Economic and social value for the Oxford community
- Additional spending in the community from the new hotel and encouraging tourism
- Investment in the local area during construction
- Good use of a previously developed site in need of improvement
- Removal of gas / fossil fuels from this site
- Additional employment opportunities from hotel and community use space
- Employment in accordance with Oxford Living Wage
- Regeneration of the site, with improvement to Gloucester Green and George Street exterior views
- Increased security in and around the building, by way of a new CCTV coverage and delivery of Nightsafe / Safe Places scheme
- Improved public realm and visuals along George Street, St George’s Place and Gloucester Green
- Construction / work placements and apprentices for the entire aparthotel lease term
- Engagement and education opportunities with local schools and colleges
- Sustainable development with a net gain in biodiversity
- Public artwork opportunities