Matt states that the project does not comply with the Local Plan, but has been recommended for approval. He mentions that a maximum deferred payment of £8 million per site, totalling £16m. Richard: "This is one of the most difficult I've encountered on this commitee."

Richard: "I'm completely happy with the ground floor units, the slight reduction in floorspace I understand, I'm happy with the cinema as well, the 10% affordable I'm not that happy about but understandable. The more difficult aspect is the visual impact for my lifespan."

Cllr Davies: "If I were to vote in favour, I know there'll be a visual impact. If I sided the other way, I know there'll be a negative impact. Ultimately, we want to continue to be a vibrant, exciting town, that trumps the other impacts." That's balanced against heritage.

Andrew questions whether the residential heights. "Not approving this could see a very slow incremental decline in the town. The applicants have staggered the heights." But "personally, I think this is visually dominant. He mentions a 'pocket park' which "needs work."

Josh: "The decision to approve or refuse is genuinely fine. There's biodiversity net gain, there's a green roof. In a finely balanced decision, the design has to be right. Less would have been more." He points out Historic England has objected to it. "What does Reading need?"

Kathryn McCann said: "I'm not saying we shouldn't accept something on this site, but what are we approving?" She mentions the Cycle Hub in the old Mothercare, which could be hosted in the redevelopment, which would provide secure parking.

Plan for Yield Hall Place 1 - 9 councillors vote in favour, with three voting against: councillors Kathryn McCann, Josh Williams and Stephen Goss voted against. It is APPROVED.

Plan for Yield Hall Place 2 - 9 councillors vote in favour, with three voting against: councillors Kathryn McCann, Josh Williams and Stephen Goss voted against. It is APPROVED.

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