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Harbour Master Plan planning application published

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Harbour Master Plan planning application published

The planning application for the redevelopment of Elizabeth Harbour, as part of the Harbour Master Plan, has been submitted and published on gov.je. A summary of the consultation responses has also been included in an accompanying Statement of Community Participation. Planning Application Detail (gov.je)

*An architect’s impression of what the new passenger terminal at Elizabeth Harbour could look like. Please note, this is not the final design. 

Elizabeth Harbour 

The Elizabeth Harbour redevelopment scheme is the catalyst for the wider St Helier Harbour Master Plan and is critical to maintaining the Island’s lifeline, with 98.6% of all goods entering Jersey through St Helier Harbour. 

Moving the Lift On Lift Off (containerised) freight operation from the New North Quay to co-locate with Roll On Roll Off (trailered) freight facilities at Elizabeth Harbour will increase handling capacity, maximise the efficiency of port operations and allow for future capacity requirements.  

The scheme proposes a new reclaimed area and a suspended concrete deck constructed over the existing spending beach. The Elizabeth Terminal would be demolished and replaced by a new passenger terminal building in the north-west corner of the site. 

 *An architect’s impression of what the new passenger terminal at Elizabeth Harbour could look like. Please note, this is not the final design. 

The plans also include new facilities for Customs and Immigration, security and freight distribution. These structures have been designed with the materials and colours of the existing St Helier Harbour area in mind, celebrating its rich heritage and strong sense of identity.

The proposed new layout also includes public realm which takes into consideration views from the consultation process. It will include marine pocket parks and a recreational area for children. It also improves access to the observation area south-west of Elizabeth Marina, and views of Elizabeth Castle.  

The planning application incorporates a comprehensive Environmental Statement which includes assessments and mitigations for the impact of the construction activities, including dredging and ongoing operations in the Elizabeth Harbour area. The buildings include the provision of solar panels and are designed with circular design principles. The project aims to minimise any environmental impact, while also providing social value for the Island.

Harbour Master, Captain Bill Sadler, said: “This is a significant milestone in our ambition to increase capacity, flexibility and resilience in our freight handling ability. It also proposes significant improvements to the passenger experience for those using the new terminal. At the heart of the plans are sustainable design and construction methods which are aligned with our Ports, Planet and People Plan and the Government of Jersey’s Carbon Neutral Roadmap.”

The planning process is expected to take around six months.

 *An architect’s impression of what the new passenger terminal at Elizabeth Harbour could look like. Please note, this is not the final design.