Hampshire County Council

Executive Member - Policy and Resources Item

14 July 2005

Costello Technology College, Basingstoke

Report of the Director of Property, Business and Regulatory Services

1

Summary

1.1

The following decisions are sought:

That the Executive Member for Policy and Resources approves the project appraisal for the works at the Costello Technology College at an estimated cost of up to £4,910,000, excluding fees.

2

Reason(s)

2.1

To provide permanent, purpose-built technology/maths accommodation to replace the temporary classrooms which were provided following a fire at the school in 2003.

2.2

This decision supports Aims 1 and 5 of the Corporate Strategy by providing improved facilities for all users of the school.

3

Other options considered and rejected

3.1

The need of the school for the facilities in question has been identified as a priority and the works set out in the design project appraisal are considered to be the most appropriate and cost-effective way of meeting that need.

4

Conflicts of interest declared by the decision-maker or other Executive Member consulted

4.1

Not applicable

5

Dispensation granted by the Standards Committee

5.1

Not applicable

6

Reason(s) for the matter being dealt with if urgent

6.1

Not applicable

Approved by:

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Date of decision:

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Councillor T K Thornber