Bristol Arena Update

Bristol Arena Update

The Bristol Arena and Arena Island applications are now nearing determination, with a Committee site visit to take place on 24th February and then consideration at the Development Control Committee on Wednesday 2nd March 2016. Following the public consultation on the applications, there has been broad support for the arena and development of the site, with the objections raised mainly only about the implications of transport in terms of traffic generation, parking and public transport provision. The transport measures and event management plan will in our view provide satisfactory provision. A number of key updates have taken place which are; firstly, the confirmation of a 5.5m wide new pedestrian/cycleway link from the south alongside the A4 Bath Road to the arena podium. Secondly, an update to the arena façade materials which are now proposed as black coloured stainless steel. This will retain a landmark design but reduce illumination and give a softer lighting impact.

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