Coffs Harbour Entertainment Venue (CHEV) Scoping Study
The Coffs Harbour Entertainment Venue (CHEV) Scoping Study will provide Council with recommendations about a future indoor entertainment venue that will deliver the best outcomes for the Coffs Harbour region.
The Study will run over 2021-23 with the assistance of a project consultancy team in four sequential stages of work:
- Functional Brief (adopted 23/09/21)
- Site Analysis
- Concept Design and Financial Analysis
- Final Scoping Study Report.
More accurate information about the venue will assist Council’s decision about the next steps to progress this project. Scoping (or feasibility) studies are critical components of infrastructure projects in order to demonstrate the rationale for future investment.
This page will provide information about the project steps, participation opportunities and how to stay informed during various stages of the Scoping Study. This page will provide the community with as much information as possible before asking for any further public comment throughout specific project stages.
Background
Entertainment and performing arts spaces in the Coffs Harbour area have been considered by Council and the community over many years, with different proposals and plans for various types of venues in several locations.
We know that the community would like an additional indoor entertainment and performing arts venue. The City Centre Masterplan 2031 identifies the City Centre area for entertainment and performing arts infrastructure.
This matter was considered by Council at its Ordinary Meeting of 10 September 2020 where it adopted the Stage 2(a) Issues and Options Paper for Performing Arts Spaces (Indoor and Outdoor) Final Report and resolved to commence to Stage 2(b) Feasibility Study to determine the most suitable location, operational and financial model for an Indoor Performing Arts Centre within the City Centre.
Stage 2(b) has been titled Coffs Harbour Entertainment Venue (CHEV) Scoping Study to reflect the venue’s entertainment outcomes and the work required to scope the venue requirements.