Multi-million pound redevelopment takes another step forward
The multi-million pound redevelopment of Atlantic Wharf in Cardiff is set to take another step forward.
Cardiff Council announced that it is about to enter into a build contract with Goldbeck Construction, subject to cabinet approval, for the development of the multi-storey car park on site.
The 900-space car parking facility is seen as a key element of the redevelopment of Atlantic Wharf, which will also see a new indoor arena built on site.
Cardiff Council originally intended to have a car park with 1,300 spaces there, but opted for an alternative strategy in January and to purchase the Q-Park multi-storey car park in Pierhead Street.
Car parks
Cabinet member for investment and development at the council, Cllr Russell Goodway, said: “Together the car parks will give the council control over 2,119 spaces for the same cost as the price of building a 1,300 space MSCP.
“If permission is given by Cabinet, the new 900-space multi storey car park could be built by the end of next year to ensure that the council meets its obligations to the arena developer.
“Once the new MSCP is built, it will allow the council to move forward with the regeneration of the Red Dragon Centre site.”
Cabinet members will meet to make a decision on whether or not to enter into the build contract on Thursday, October 17.
Indoor arena
The new car park is part of a commitment from the council in support of the new 15,000-capacity indoor arena and is also needed to meet the terms of the leases of tenants of the Red Dragon Centre.
Cardiff Council acquired the Red Dragon Site in January, 2020.
The council has undertaken a process to attract a developer for the site, which consists of 11.3 acres of land south of Hemingway Road, and is now working with Aviva Capital Consortium (ACC) to bring forward plans for a mixed use development that can go alongside the new arena.
As part of the redevelopment, the council is also seeking to improve the walking and cycling routes along Lloyd George Avenue.
The council has started an engagement process with residents on how the road could be re-modelled to improve walking and cycling and increase the amount of green space.
Local economy
Cllr Goodway added: “The preliminary ground works for the new indoor arena is gathering pace in anticipation for the financial close of the contract before March 2025.
“The arena and wider masterplan will see a significant investment into the local economy, kick starting the next phase regeneration of Cardiff Bay, creating jobs and opportunities for local people while acting as a catalyst for further investment into this historic part of the city.
“The arena will significantly increase the number of people visiting Cardiff for events and concerts, benefitting existing hospitality venues as well as the new developments that will be built as part of this regeneration scheme.
“The increased footfall will also complement the new Metro to Cardiff Bay, as well as improving Cardiff’s credentials to attract more and bigger events to the city.”
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First stations, now a car park with an arena to make the car parks viable so CC can spend the money on stations…
Why do we all have to go to Cardiff anyway?
Best idea is to stay away from that sh*thole. Too much heading that way like waste down a plughole.
Cardiff needs a fully functioning public transport system, particularly buses, not parking room for yet more cars. The city is already gridlocked at times while a few low paid hospitality jobs is unlikely to lift many out of the poverty trap.
Such a waste
Nice for Cardiff.
Why not stick some office space on top of the cat park and utilise the space efficiently. Oh, wait, another business centre in cardiff bay had to be converted to residential flats as there were no businesses interested. So why build a massive office centre on the outskirts of east cardiff that won’t be used either?
The bay is fine, this will cause more traffic. Do something on tge outskirts of the city. Don’t be like the BBCand tax offices, ramming g more into a tight space. Or even go outside the capital and spread the wealth
Waste of money!
The self driving robotaxi revolution will be with us in a few years. Spend on quality of life services.