Bushey housing scheme collapses over contract dispute

Summarised from Watford Observer's report · Updated 5 Nov, 18:38 · Archive

Plans for 250 homes at Bushey Golf Club have collapsed after a dispute over contract terms, potentially costing taxpayers £400,000.

Plans to develop Bushey Golf and Country Club into 250 homes and community facilities have collapsed after a contract dispute between Hertsmere Borough Council, The Hill Group and Griggs Homes. The council and the developers had spent nearly two years on the scheme, which was to include a £31.6 million community hub.

A procurement organisation ruled that under its framework, the Hill/Griggs joint venture could not contract directly with the council and that Hill Holdings Ltd must be the sole contracting party. Hill and Griggs subsequently told the council they could not proceed under this structure, claiming it "directly conflicts" with what had been agreed, and withdrew from the project.

The developers are now seeking £370,000 plus VAT from the council for costs incurred during the negotiations. The council has not admitted liability and is seeking legal advice on the matter.

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• Major 250-home plan collapses amid row that could cost taxpayer £400kTaxpayers could face a £400,000 bill after plans to redevelop Bushey Golf and Country Club collapsed over “fundamental mistakes”.Watford Observer · 5 Nov, 13:25

In this story: Hertsmere Borough Council · The Hill Group · Griggs Homes · Bushey Golf and Country Club · Hill Holdings Ltd

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