Maze/Long Kesh Masterplan and Implementation Strategy Executive Summary

Maze/Long Kesh masterplan and implementation strategy executive summary

FINAL REPORT MAY 2006 masterplan & implementation strategy executive summary executive summary shared resource for the whole community. from conflict to peace and transformationto ongoingprovide the an inclusive of expression physical and a provide to is objective overall The community. longterm social and economic significant bringbenefits to potentialto the whole the offers site the of Reinvestment and Reform Initiative prison(RRI). and security siteRegeneration is being considered under the T any financial undertaking or commitment. of this report does not bind any government body to all subject to more detailed appraisal. The publicationgovernment. The costings are indicative only theand are wayindividual ofgovernmentviews departments any the or in represent to purport not consortium do masterplanningand the of responsibility recommendationsandthereportare the in out set the regeneration pursue ofthe site toonthis basis. Theproposals wish it should processesstatutory application of the and diligence due all to subject proposalsofset a consideration for government,by envisaged in this document. of Rathergovernment part accepttoparttheoutline allorof the the plan report on intentionpresents no convey and advisory T transport and utilities infrastructure needs.Panel, key individual project requirementsrecommendations and siteof widethe cross-partyframework Mazefor Consultationdevelopment thatprovidesfullyintegratedIt a Maze/site. KeshLong takes into account preparedthe been Strategy Implementationhas and Masterplan A introduction e eeomn o te aeLn Ks former Kesh Maze/Long the of development he purely are recommendations its and report he o te eeomn o the development of the for Masterplan seeksto: The resource. shared inclusive, an provide to and peace to conflict from transformation ongoing the of expression physical recognisable internationally an provide to proposals development sustainable that the Government bring forward innovative and party cross- Maze the Consultation of Panel work which the recommended on builds Masterplan The opportunities forthewholecommunity’. distinctive destinationofferingarangeof environmental assetsandcreatesa significant historic,strategicand of useswhichbuildsonthearea’s with avibrantandsuccessfulmix ‘a developmentofregionalsignificance Our overall vision for the site is: defined timescale. tightly a within approvals necessary securing and development scheme progressing on dependent be would this but Games Paralympic and Olympic the in Tournament Football the in hosts participate as to region the also for potential Kesh the Long offers Maze/ the of development The the experience on and history drawing of the peace byprocess. country own their in process those seeking to assistance opportunity in practicalestablishing a a conflict resolution offers buildings prison listed the including TransformationConflict for Centre International the of development The 201 • • • • and infrastructurecapacity. policy planning development, current to for relation mix in timescale particularly development and quantum the and influence would which identified been has constraints of combination A Constraint upon theopportunities. Masterplan The capitalise to and constraints these address to seeks opportunities. and constraints of range a highlighted have studies baseline The KEY ISSUES indicators in the Regional Development Strategy housing on the of review formal a depending of outcome the term longer the in acceptable be only might development housing significant a presumption against other development. Any is there (BMAP), Plan Area Metropolitan Belfast would be acceptable in accordance with the Draft term aspirationsforthearea. long the secure and site Kesh Maze/Long the with genuine capacity to develop and regenerate landscaping andhighqualitypublicrealm; strategic infrastructure, necessary of provision and social meet economic regenerationandequalityobjectives; to proposals development rpr a raie n dlvrbe Masterplan deliverable and creative a Prepare the through sites and projects individual Link rn frad noaie n sustainable and innovative forward Bring hlt eeomn o rgoa significance regional of development Whilst • • • • • • • •

itd rsn ulig ad tutrs because structures, and buildings prison Listed Redevelopmentdisplacementthe resultincould Whilst generally there is a lack of natural features, to dealingwithrun-offandwater treatment; relation in important be would surface drainage waste and Lagan River the of proximity The a requirement for appropriate site remediation; There is some limited ground contamination and and to provide an appropriate setting for them Masterplan to integrate site the listed constrainprison buildings would necessarythewouldbeaccess.for layout andIt position, fixed their of of community facilities; viability the ensure to population local the within mass critical of lack a currently is There be requiredtoaccommodatesitedevelopment; investment in new transport infrastructure would Significant site. the to services transport public There is limited road access and a current lack of infrastructure provision; new in investment significant for a requirement be would serving there and capacity services at are site and the infrastructure Existing development objectives as set out in the RDS; is development that complementary and ensure would would not prejudice to Itregional necessary areas. be other from development of the in uses current planperiodto2015; land potential on This impact would BMAP. of review mid-term a and (RDS) • • • • • relationship to the wider area. siteprincipallydue the strategicitsto location, sizeand by presented are opportunities of number A Opportunities

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nacd n te ie ikd no network of a into linked site the enhanced and be could ecological value site’s low current The the acquiferundersite; of utilisation potential the including methods, construction sustainable and production energy renewable treatment, water systems, drainage of sustainable development including sustainable The site provides the potential for the promotion the integrate and development withthewiderarea; population wider the benefits for have could facilities transport and public infrastructure road new of provision The the Lagan would support potential tourist uses; to Hillsborough, Lisburn and Greater Belfast along CulturalRDS.theotheramenitiesinlinks to and provision in accordance with the objectives cultural andset tourismout leisure, commercial, area’s the diversify and expand Redevelopment could strategic objectives; accordance in integration community for focus new a create to potential the provides site The and tocreateauniqueenvironment; site the of significance historical the on build to potential the provide buildings prison listed The Lagmore and Old Warren; Twinbrook,SeymourPoleglass,Hill, Knockmore, on the site for nearby deprived urbanaccess to new social andcommunities, economic opportunities development objectives; commercial provision and contribute to regional Development provides the potential to promotepotential to Developmenttheprovides • • • • • the following key strategic objectives: by guidedbeen Masterplanhas the Preparationof EVOLUTION FTHEMASERPAN the • in addressed are Masterplan andinclude: issues These occupiers. consultation with key stakeholders and prospective during highlighted been have issues of number A

hc wud c a a aayt o sca and social for catalyst a as act would which assets of the site and maximise regional benefits; secure thefinancingofkeysitefunctions. to streams income create to requirement a be more activeandvibrantdestination; a create and uses of sustainability and viability scheme improve would this - provision parking key a is occupiers andvisitorstothesite; this investors, - potential attracting accessible in consideration is site ensure to area ofspeciallandscapevalue. sensitive the from particularly site, the of views account through into takes which landscaping and development improved significantly green spaces for wildlife habitats and leisure uses; Site operation and management - there would there - management and operation Site and facilities of use shared maximise to Need be could site the of appearance visual The To promote development of regional significance rvso o ncsay rnpr infrastructure transport necessary of Provision To capitalise on the strategic location and unique • • • • • • • •

To strengthenRegionaltackleEconomyTotheand f ult o acietr ad od design good and architecture of terms quality in practice of good of example an be To cross- the party MazeConsultationPanel andRDS; of objectives economic and the social delivering of framework a within subsidy To achieve value for money and minimise public and protect possible as environmental enhance theexistingbio-diversityofsite; sustainable far as in minimise and impacts practice and best development promote To of delivery within an acceptable timescale;technically and environmentally economically, is whichfeasibleimplementation strategy and capable establishTointegrated an Development Planand Targeting SocialNeed(NewTSN)); Section 75 of the Northern Ireland Act and New an inclusive shared resource (in accordance with provide and opportunity of equality achieve To social disadvantage in accordance with the RDS; maintain all-partyandcommunitysupport; catalyst to unlock the potential of the site and to a as act would and which innovative and creative projects are lead promote and identify To venue welcoming which isaccessibletoall; and neutral a creates and site the of heritage the on builds which peace to conflict from transformation on-going the of expression physical a provide and accelerate To in opportunities for the whole community; economic regeneration and achieve a step change • • • • social and environmental sustainability criteria.taking into account uses strategic combination of suitable objectives most andidentifying the economic, of Consultation and Report the Panelidentified by components key the of delivery development and alternative assessmentrobust site approaches of to developed specific the with objective a allowing of numberA ofalternative development scenarios were • • the development of a Masterplan to include:The cross-party Maze Consultation Panel recommendedMasterplan Scnario

Community Zone. Employment Zone; Offices, hotelandleisurevillage; Zone Equestrian and Excellence Rural A showgrounds; including an International Exhibition Centre and to be retained on the site; basedonthe listed prison buildings and structures capture thesignificanceofsite. to and art public in practice best incorporating A multi-sportsstadium; An International Centre for Conflict Transformation • • • • • In particular, the Preferred Masterplan scenario: appropriate frameworkforsitedevelopment. an provides which assessment this of basis developed the on was scenario Masterplan Preferred A and reducethepotentialfundinggap. site the of value the increase would development financial residential of element an of inclusion the approval, outline planning to the subject how, demonstrated appraisal particular, strategic mix In meet overall to objectives. development the of review phasing to and requirement scenarios a all under and gap affordability an is there that demonstrated appraisal financial outline The Preferred MastrplanScnario eue te fodblt gp n improves and scheme viability. gap affordability the Reduces and development of infrastructure provision; phasing for Provides sharing ofparking/facilities; Maximises opportunities for synergy of uses and the site; Creates a balanced mix of uses and activities on activities and uses of mix balanced a Creates Works withinplanningpolicyparameters;

masterplan & implementation strategy MAZE/LONG KESH executive summary masterplan & implementation strategy executive summary • • • following objectives: the by underpinned is and framework The Masterplan establishes a robust planning policy MASTERPLAN OBJECTIVES - offering a rich diversity of uses throughoutIt would the become year. the focus of activity and opportunitybuildings, quality public realm and new public spaces. take place within a distinctive setting of attractiveThe regeneration new and transformation of facilitiesofthe siteandwell integratedwould withits surroundings. comprehensive destinationvibrant range offering a and dynamic active, an become would Kesh Long to the prosperity of the whole community. existing The Maze/ communities and makes a lasting contributiongooddesign and ensuring that development supports transport; ensuring high quality development environment; naturalthrough promotinghistoric public and the enhancing and protecting growth; economic sustainable to contributing environment; the and overall an making on- land available improveto based thequality lifeof is site sustainable development objectivescommitment to the for vision The T HE V rmtn cmuiis hc ae inclusive, are which communities Promoting sub-regional and localeconomicgrowth; regional, sustainable Promoting wellbeing ofcommunities; the diverseneedsofcommunities; respecting whilst free crime and safe healthy, rmtn rgnrto t ipoe the improve to regeneration Promoting I S ION F OR

T HE M A ZE/ L ON G KESH • • • • • • • the Masterplan may be summarised as follows: life styles and well being. The key principleswouldembrace new underlyingthinking in terms of sustainable recreation and sports and to the tolisted access easy water, landscape integration andprison of buildings fromthedesign buildingsof andspaces, thecareful Maze/Long Kesh the at life of aspectdesign. Every rooted deep emphasis a on sustainable is Masterplan the development of and heart integrated the At MASTERPLAN PRINCIPLES

Meeting development expected for needs taking f prig n liue aiiis hc would promote healthyliving; which facilities leisure and sporting of accessible and inclusive destination an with public access to a diverse range of creation The development whichcanbephasedovertime; more secure to sustainable patternsoftransport. provision transport public encouraging and travel to need the Reducing Promoting themoreefficientuseofland; effects; biodiversity and to offset adverse environmental protect and enhance to need the Recognising and leisure shops, facilities; community to education, all for health, access jobs, ensuring to priority Giving needs and the provision of essential infrastructure;intoaccount accessibility and sustainable transport h pooin f hg qaiy ie use mixed quality high a of promotion The • • • • • • •

h ceto o a internationally location an known of creation The an attractive destination for visitors andthe surroundingsresidents andthe Lagan Valley andprovides of use the and renewable energy; biodiversity of systems, enhancement drainage construction urban sustainable sustainable methods, including objectives within andtothesite; surface parking and good public transport services long-term development phases with a reduction in public realm with landscaping and public art; quality attractive high an in integrates uses public areas, service parking, exhibition space,cateringandotherfacilities; eg: facilities of sharing to facilities serve existingandnewresidents; new and amenities ways, cycle and infrastructure including transport links, pedestrian new of provision the through environs wider the the International Centre for Conflict Transformation.transformation conflictat the and building listed peace promotion ofprison the buildings for as part of h pooin f utial development sustainable of promotion The the over vehicles motor of impact the Reducing The creation of a strong focus of development which and uses between synergy of promotion The with area development the of integration The A high quality landscape which integrates the site with Maze/Long KeshMasterplan 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 International conflict transformation equestrian Centre Exhibition Centre upgrade blarisRoad New junctiononM1 futre Residential community facilities Residential and Employment Rail link/Park&ride community sports Leisure Arena Employment Park and showgrounds International Centrefor Stadium

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Landscaping andsustainabledrainage system. Public transportinfrastructure; water treatmentplantandnew substation; Site services including construction of the waste the of construction and Knockmore Road Link to provide Blaris access to the thesite; of Provision of the motorway junction and upgrading 2 00 units) 00 2 01 2 ). gaig f lrs od o ul carriageway dual to Road Blaris of upgrading • • • detailed a by Transport Assessment: confirmation to subject be would this of that albeit development Kesh 1 Lond Maze/ the specific Phase support following to provided the is infrastructure that recommended is It other uses by andpeople in nearby work areas of fordeprivation. accessible is site the that ensure to without sociala inclusion point ofview, itwill beimportant accommodated be adverse effect on the strategic road network. From can development the of impacts transport the that ensuring whilst infrastructure highway minimise to aims therefore would traffic this need transportto be accommodated. The Transport thatStrategy the and of developed, strategy regardless traffic, of volumes significant generate would development proposed transport wherever possible. It is recognised that the encouragesthattermalternative non-carofmodes aim for a realistic sustainable strategy over the long overalltransportationapproachTheto to beenhas with Translink. and Development, Regional for Department the of Roads transport Service, the Ports and proposed Public Transport Division infrastructure for the the site have taken place with the regarding Discussions TRANSPORT STRATEGY standard; Local wideningoftheM1; New M1motorwayjunctionandaccessroad;

masterplan & implementation strategy 11 MAZE/LONG KESH executive summary masterplan & implementation strategy 12 executive summary • et nme o dfnd sustainability principles defined of number a meet toseeks KeshLongMaze/development theThe of SUTAINABILITY STRATEGY quality publictransportalternativesareprovided. high provided them, development without occur proposed to site the the at of phase initial the for possible be should it Kesh, Long Maze/ the to is Belfast it from access facilitate and they that undertaken recognised are they it that whilst important Hence, is Belfast. of south entire the to the region to benefits deliver to as and congestion recognised generally are existing of relief the for required are that schemes Road Blacks to 7 the in area such as the widening schemes of the M1 from highway strategic Other works. infrastructure any for requirement the confirm to A detailed transport assessment would be required of level the “modal switch”topublictransport. increase encourage and to occupancy initiatives car higher by supported be then should above the of All sites. ride and park serve to and Belfast from services enhance to upgrade measures and priority bus the include on should and dependence car reduce to required be also would infrastructure alternative of elements Other • Rail Linktothesite. in theBMAPatBlaris); required to support other proposed development rvso o te okoe ik ti i also is (this Link Kockmore the of Provision Junction • • • • useoflowenvironmentalimpactmaterials; • • • • • range of practical a objectives, sustainabilitymeasures have thebeen identified: meet To use. car initiatives such as car clubs and car sharing to reduce prison buildings and scheduled WWII structures and waste comprehensive management a strategy, productive reuse of of the listed implementation the include development the of phases management and construction the to solutions relating principles design Other appropriate through and guidance policy local and regional national, on based bio-diversity; and access the countryside and enhancement of opportunities; transport; requirements fromrenewableenergy; public transportprovision; water energy, efficiency andsustainabledrainagesystems; renewable on-site energy necessitate efficiency, would this development- uses foroutsidespaceandbuildings; techniques; A landscape that encourages users to be active be to users encourages that landscape A Provision of a range of employment and training public of promotion and parking car of Control power and heat of 50% of target term long A and neighbourhoods cyclable and Walkable the throughout Excellent BREEAM Achieve shared and land-use of efficiency the Maximise Full remediation using appropriate best practice best appropriate using remediation Full energy andsustainabledevelopment inNI. renewable for policy Government of delivery the to contribute would strategy energy sustainability and strategy overall the of implementation The of a landmark gateway feature for the site. partformalso couldsite theturbines windscale at wider area surrounding the site. The siting of large biomassbyproduction thein Maze siteandthe on CHP of powered by biofuels. use This would be he supported example for through efficiency energy energyfromwind, solar, andGSHPimproveandto commitment to provide site a combination of the a renewable establishes viability, economic for to adopted subject which, is strategy energy an that and biomass production for CHP. It is recommended and groundwater for heating and cooling buildings, for harnessing natural resources such as wind opportunitiespower,providelocationstrategic its and site practice in sustainable development. The size of the renewable energy technologies and to promote best realopportunityTherea is thisimplementsiteatto usingenergyefficiently. • usingrenewableenergy;and • which involve: A sustainable approach to energy has been adopted ENRGY STRATEGY • planning, designandmanagement. Participation and inclusion of the community in community the of inclusion and Participation • • • • would includethepotentialfor: inclusion, benefits Key of respect. and tolerance and objectives equality the promote positively and integration community cross support proposed would equality, uses The foster harmony.. social to and respect aspirations forward take to regional and exists also opportunity The sub-regional benefits. regeneration local, of range a wide deliver clearly the would envisaged, proposals development development of scale the Given REGENERATION BENEFITS

The promotion of enterprise and innovation - the opportunity- of equality and inclusion Social a general urbanimprovement to deprived the profile of thecommunities in region; creating groups disadvantageda new opportunities enterprise toculture these and to accessibilityincreasing opportunities, economic emerging to residents diversification- theeconomicof base,connecting objectives regeneration policy wider Supporting living andworkingenvironment; quality high new young, a into skilled workforce aspirational a with together area, the into businesses value-added high new of attraction and opportunities heritage, including integratedandsocialhousing; housing and and employment leisure new through culture, integration and sports, community sectors all the for uses of of range a of promotion benefits forlocalbusinessesandresidents; cnmc potnt ad iesfcto - diversification and opportunity Economic • • • • • • •

The attraction of inward investment - a modern, transport network including new road & public & road new including network transport public and road new in improvements- investment Significant transport strategic Delivering renewable of use energy sources; the and of efficiency promotion energy the development- Sustainable particularthrough to Hillsborough; in Lagan River environmental the an corridor from area, wider enhancing existing environmental as such assets the throughout catalyst deliver environmental toa improvements new the to would access full opportunities andfacilities; ensure communities to crucial with be existing development new surrounding the population. of existing the Integration be to would benefit facilities direct of new The - with connecting communities and facilities new Providing well considereddesign; comes and co-ordinated attractive, site an within forward the across development physical quality high that ensure to upon place-making and design emphasis urban - life of quality overall and environment physical the Improving tourism industryacrosstheregion; wider the enhancing and area the across spend area and the local wider region, the stimulating both additional to tourists of number greater a attract to opportunity the – tourism Stimulating vibrant andsuccessfullocationtoinvestin; Delivering strategic environmental improvements-

masterplan & implementation strategy 13 MAZE/LONG KESH executive summary masterplan & implementation strategy 14 executive summary • • • • • fnnil nlss a be udrae which undertaken addresses thefollowingissues: been has analysis financial A PROJECT COSTANDAFF ORDABILITY • Masterplan: A number of principles underpin the delivery of the of future development proposals and investment.years.It would provide the basis for the coordination of projects which could be Thedelivered Masterplan over incorporatesthe next a 5 comprehensive– 15 package IMPLEMENTATION ANDDELIVER uue aaeet n mitnne of maintenance and facilities andthepublicrealmmustbesecured. management Future be ofthehighestdesignquality; must proposals realm public and Development for regenerationofthesite; fundamental be to achieving would the strategic infrastructure objectives new of provision The investor sector confidence; private stimulate to need The innovative building technologies; and sustainable of promotion The forward onaphasedbasis; come to proposals development allowing whilst residential and and alongtheBelfast-Dublincorridor. business area sub-regional the both across communities for enhance could accessibility which connections transport h iprac o a opeesv approach comprehensive a of importance The Y • • • n h pro u to up period the in site the on units residential construct to ability The This planning approvals. provision. necessary and policy transport planning to subject be would public and strategy transport the of delivery stadium successful the the to subject serve to parking decked additional for requirement the of omission the costs, example capital for the in and reduction a values or receipts land land increasing leveraging investment, including measures private of number a by reduced be potentially could gap affordability The more detailed consideration and elaboration.estimate in purely outline terms, and are all subject areto indicative only and provide impactno onmore affordability. than aIndeed, tentative the costings provideda number of variables in order to consider fixedtheandsensitivity possible analysis hasbeenundertaken therefore not ison cost project overall The assessed. certainelements theofproject would havere-beto constraintsbecomewereissuetoangoing forward, tobe met by public sector investment. If affordability wouldfunding Masterplangiveriseato gapwhich would need the in shown development proposed andthepotential scaletheaffordabilityof Thegap. scheme construction the within elements for costs levelprovideandindicationan likelythe orderofof Costsandvalues provided within this report arehigh entire site. Maximising thedevelopmentvalueof Maximising privatesectorleverage; Minimising coststothepublicpurse; 1 wud e eurd as required be would 2015

• criteria areofimportance: activities. In assessing the approach, the following sector body could be contracted to undertake these of the services required. At the other end, a private all deliver would which model sector public pure a from ranges intervention of spectrum This model. delivery final the of part form may one than more None of these are mutually exclusive and company. in practice development a forming and developer single a of appointment ventures, joint including There are a range of potential delivery mechanisms the variousobjectivesofstakeholders. delivering successfully to fundamental be would sectors private and public the partnership between approach a Therefore skills. development and investment sector private attract to ability the depend on ultimately would scheme the of success to role long-term the but development facilitating in play initial crucial a have would sector public The years. of number a over completed be would site need to be appropriately managed and the scheme Kesh Maze/Long would risks The undertaking. complex a be the would of regeneration The DELIVER planning policyreview. on dependent be would development residential to the viability of the scheme. Any future significant fundamental be would and development enabling objectives; nue dlvr o te oenet strategic governments the of delivery Ensures Y MECHANISMS • • • • • are purely commercial elements of the project project at the funding sector public require of not should which elements commercial to purely unlikely there are equally, whilst is money, for solution value represent funding purely a sector objectives, policy private public and social of for funding range wide the sector Given likely. highly is public scheme this and private of mix A FUNDING and investment sector delivery partnership. private delivery maximising appropriate to most relation in particularly scheme, the the for mechanism determine to be undertaken on behalf of Government Departments would analysis and review detailed a the project, of development of stage next the of part As capacity todeliverytheproject. and capability the has vehicle the that Ensures sector; the project are not 'cherry picked' by the private the site is brought forward and that elements of Ensures that the comprehensive development of that ensure non-delivery canbeaddressed; and to sector control public the sufficient by influence is there that Ensures public sector; effectively the is for Money For Value deliver sector to incentivised private the that Ensures from thepublicsectortoprivatesector; aae ad f prpit tases te risk the transfers, appropriate if and Manages • • • • The proposedPlanningStrategyinvolves: role regulatory its currently andinduecourse. given issues, the on position Service’sformal Planning the to prejudice without wholly conducted were discussions These Service. by a number of helpful discussions with the Planning informed been have report this in addressed issues planning-related other and site Kesh Maze/Long the of development the for strategy planning The PLANNING ISSUESANDSTRATEGY finance. private under forward taken development be could the of and components ‘residential’ review, ‘commercial’ Plan future assessed. to been Subject has scheme the of elements for funding sector private of appropriateness The all. eaae lnig plctos o other for applications planning Separate for permission planning full for application An permission planning outline for application An development projects. the Stadiumandallexternalroad works; whole aretobeachieved; how the regeneration objectives for the site as a project of regional significance and demonstrate this of impacts full the assess will that process a under project the of totality the for authority establish will This site. Kesh Maze/Long the for projects tobeconsidered; individual for applications planning for context Preparation of the overall Masterplan to provide

masterplan & implementation strategy 15 MAZE/LONG KESH executive summary masterplan & implementation strategy 16 executive summary mid/end towards the submission of planning applications by be tasks in Summer would it forward, key of number a on move work commence to necessary to is project the If delivery arrangementsarefirmlyestablished. and management term long appropriate and work design and planning technical, of stage next the advance to taken are decisions early if achievable is it that considered is it programme, challenging a be presents could this Whilst period. this within infrastructure completed off-site associated and Transformation Conflict the for stadium, Centre the International of construction how show to An outline programme has delayed. be therefore to been were prepared construction if lost be would which regeneration for catalyst a and opportunity the proposed development, to it provides a significant critical not is this Whilst consideration. active under is Tournament Football Olympic the of part as matches preliminary of number small a hosting by stadium Summer the of these completion to in subject participate events to opportunity the provide London The PROGRAMME the BMAP process. with conflict not would and policy planning would be deemed to be in accordance with current development proposed the way, this in presented It is considered that if the planning applications are 2007. This would assist in the development 011. The possibility of the new Stadium new the of possibility The 2011. Olympics and Paralympic Games Paralympic and Olympics 201 2006 with the objective of moving to accommodate the needs and potential impacts potential and needs the accommodate to significant to rise requirements for gives new road conditions and service infrastructure site Existing a create would unique destination. which significance regional of through the promotion of a mixed use development of the Maze/Long Kesh could meet these objectives The Masterplan demonstrates how the Maze development cross-party the Consultation Panel. by undertaken work during the expressed aspirations of range broad reflecting the beyond, and region the of for people resource the shared inclusive, an provide to and peace to conflict from transformation ongoing the of expression physical an recognisable internationally provide to is objective overriding The region. the in role its and site the of importance strategic the reflects which development of mix a through community whole the to benefits economic and social term long significant bring to offers potential the site Kesh Maze/Long the of Regeneration CONCLUSION milestones canbedelivered. project that ensure to providers service statutory closely with relevant Government Departments and are met. In addition, it would be necessary to work system that ensures that key programme milestones management project overall an for the requirement a meeting be would In there programme, the of requirements process. making assist decision would which the Case Business detailed a of h ptnil eeis f h dvlpet of to made be should effort every that recommended is it development and significant are site the Kesh Long Maze/ of the benefits potential The necessary securing progressing and approvals withinatightlydefinedtimescale. on development dependent be scheme would this but Tournament Football the of stages preliminary the London The project offers the potential to participate in the Departments andstakeholders. Government key between consultants cooperation close and and appointment advisors technical the necessary of milestones, and programme agreed an to commitment require system, project management comprehensive would a of This implementation the applications. planning of preparation the and case business detailed the of development the inform would which design and testing market studies, technical detailed of stage It is recommended that the project moves to the next or phasing developmentcostsandrisks. reducing possible where and term longer the leverage over site entire sector the of value development the private and maximising by forward to reduce the affordability gap as the project moves result in an affordability gap. The objective must be would development proposed the policy, current planning and of context costs the in values development land anticipated of Given level analysis. estimated financial the the in have assessed which been costs development for have would implications This development. proposed the of Olympics and Paralympic Games via Games Paralympic and Olympics 201 challenge tobemet. this allow would which scheme quality high and viable environmentally and economically a develop

masterplan & implementation strategy 17 MAZE/LONG KESH executive summary Masterplanning Consortium: Mott Macdonald EDAW HOK Sport Consarc Grant Thornton Osborne King Cyril Sweett Ostick & Williams Mills Selig