Jersey Development Company is inviting the community to feedback their views to help shape the Waterfront.
These revised proposals address a number of issues raised when previous plans were refused.
Jersey Development Company (JDC) has reviewed the five reasons for the previous Planning refusal. Three of the reasons for refusal related to public policy and infrastructure matters that were outside of JDC’s direct control. Actions and decisions taken by the Government during 2024 have concluded these matters thereby enabling JDC to bring forward the revised proposals for the Waterfront.
JDC has also carefully considered the feedback from Islanders on the previous plans. This feedback was primarily focused on ensuring the retention of key amenities such as a cinema, the AquaSplash swimming pool, as well as improving pedestrian access to and from Town.
In phase 1, the proposals feature a redesigned Les Jardins de La Mer, including an expansive lawn, soft landscaping, and a new children’s water jet play area. Proposals also include an outdoor swimming pool with supporting amenities, such as a café, sauna, and changing facilities. The proposed pool, potentially with eight lanes 25m or 50m long, would be suitable for lane swimming, water polo, and competitive events, as well as children’s play and leisure activities.
Jersey Development Company’s CEO Lee Henry said: “The vision is to create a destination Waterfront that is well-designed and landscaped and offers activities for both the local community and visitors, while providing new residential accommodation aimed at first-time buyers and right-sizers.
“As with all development schemes, the plans must comply with the relevant Planning Policies contained within the Bridging Island Plan, and in addition, the Southwest St. Helier Planning Framework and the St. Helier Urban Character Appraisal. JDC is also required to self-fund the proposed plans without any Government funding. This means the returns generated from JDC’s direct development of new residential and commercial accommodation must cover the costs of the new public infrastructure and public open spaces proposed”.
Pictured: An aerial site map showing key opportunity sites
