Planning Application Submitted For New Hull Venue
The multi-million pound development will be built on land close to Princes Quay in the city centre.
A planning application has been submitted for a new major entertainment and conference Venue in Hull, near Princes Quay in the City Centre.
It's hoped the ÂŁ36m facility, which is expected to open in 2018, can help put Hull on the UK map as a location for major events, shows and music concerts.
The proposed centre is expected to attract 240,000 visitors spending £13.8m in the city every year – creating at least 500 long-term jobs.
Garry Taylor, City Major Projects Manager for Hull City Council, said:
“We welcome the planning application submitted by AFL Architects and are delighted that this scheme is taking its next step forward.
"A high-quality, purpose-built events and conference centre is absolutely essential to making Hull a top visitor destination and to secure a long-term legacy from our year as UK City of Culture. Most importantly, it will deliver 500 long-term jobs for our local workforce and young people, which is part of the legacy that we want to deliver for Hull and the economic future we need."