Agenda and draft minutes

The minutes of the previous meeting held on 9 September 2025 were approved as a true and accurate record.

Cllr O Davey – Minute 12; Affects Non-Registerable Interest: Member of Exmouth Town Council.

Cllr N Hookway – Minute 12; Affects Non-Registerable Interest: Member of Exmouth Town Council and of Devon County Council.

Information on public speaking is available online

One member of the public had registered to speak at the meeting.

Mr Thomas Shillitoe spoke in relation to the Exmouth Gateway at the railway station, commenting that upon arrival at the station, it is currently very unclear which way to go.  Mr Shillitoe observed that many people walk from the station to the seafront along Imperial Road, bypassing the town centre shops and cafes at detriment to the local economy.  He highlighted the need to create a line of sight between the station and the Strand, directing footfall towards the Strand in order to help create the vibrant town centre that Exmouth needs.  Mr Shillitoe added that he would like to see these relatively minor changes prioritised in an early phase of the Exmouth Placemaking Plan.

There were no matters of urgency.

To agree any items to be dealt with after the public (including the press) have been excluded.  There are no items which officers recommend should be dealt with in this way.

There were no confidential/exempt items.

The Corporate Lead – Major Projects and Programmes presented this report which outlined the progress made to date in reviewing the Exmouth Placemaking and supporting Strategic Outline Business Case, together with proposed next steps.

Comment was made in discussion, that automated pedestrian crossings at the Exmouth Gateway would serve to direct visitors towards the town centre whilst also easing congestion on the highway. 

Members noted the revisions made to the Strategic Outline Business Case and Exmouth Placemaking Plan and the proposed next steps for public consultation and final adoption.