Developer sought for major waterfront revamp
BBC/Richard HallPorts of Jersey has launched a formal call for developers to help transform one of St Helier's most historic harbour sites into a destination for locals and visitors.
The Request for Information (RFI) includes restoring La Folie and South Pier House, creating new public spaces, and building a 160-room hotel overlooking the water.
The site has been closed to the public for years and its buildings have fallen into disrepair.
Ports of Jersey said the redevelopment would protect the harbour's character while boosting Jersey's visitor economy. Ports of Jersey chief executive Matt Thomas added: "Launching this RFI is an important moment for the future of the harbour."
He said La Folie and Merchants' Quay held "enormous cultural and historical value for islanders, and this is our opportunity to restore those buildings and create a vibrant new destination for residents and visitors".
"We are looking for partners who understand the importance of heritage, who can deliver outstanding hospitality and public spaces, and who share our ambition to bring this part of the waterfront back to life," he said.
The Planning Department, heritage groups and tourism representatives had also been consulted, he added.
Ports of Jersey said developers had until 22 January to submit proposals and it would then move to the next stage of selecting a partner to work on the project.
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