Resolved: (a) That Option (a) be adopted:
Market the building again in its current condition – i.e. without Council money being expended on it, but without any requirement for community use or public access. However, it should be noted that Newcastle Town Centre has plenty of available buildings that organisations and businesses could lease/buy, most of which do not have such a large upfront refurbishment cost attached to them. That said the building is inherently attractive and distinctive, occupying a prominent position, with direct access onto the ring road and with on-site car parking.
(b) That Officers continue to at other available options including housing.