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Search the Public Notice PortalA contractor has been announced to help with the construction of an aparthotel in Oxford city centre with assurances disruption will be kept to a minimum.
Odeon Oxford in George Street closed at the end of January to make way for controversial plans to demolish the building and redevelop it.
Oxford City Council approved the Marick Read Estate plans to build the "design-led", 145-unit "lifestyle" aparthotel called Wilde Oxford.
Construction work will start later this year with the new construction partner Watkin Jones Group being announced on Monday.
A city council spokesman said: "Marick Real Estate announced the appointment of Watkin Jones Group as construction partner this week, with hoardings installed and the start of demolition planned for later in the summer.
"An aparthotel that blends the traditional hotel experience with the space of private apartments, Wilde Oxford has been designed with welcoming social spaces designed to bring guests, locals and visitors together to meet, work and connect.
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"There is also a 400m² community space, which is being developed in partnership with Makespace Oxfordshire – a versatile space that will serve as a hub for a wide variety of community activities.
"The Gloucester Green Market and all surrounding businesses will remain open and operational throughout the construction works, and we will continue to work with them to minimise any impact."
Watkin Jones is the UK's 54th largest contractor by turnover, according to the latest CN100, an industry chart.
Market traders have previously expressed concern that building work could disrupt the markets which are popular with foodies, who enjoy sampling dishes from street food stalls.
The aparthotel will feature about 145 rooms, and these will be built on the upper five storeys of the building, with a reception on the ground floor, including a bar and café.
Aparthotel rooms are different from those at a normal hotel as they offer furnished apartments, with an ensuite kitchen featuring a cooker and fridge.
Alex Pease, of Watkin Jones, said: "This is a strong addition to our delivery pipeline, further supporting our diversification into the hotel sector and marking our first development partnership with Marick Real Estate.
"This transaction demonstrates our ability to deliver high-quality urban schemes, in vibrant cities like Oxford, where demand remains strong for well-located accommodation options."
Ed Turner, cabinet member for asset management, said Wilde Oxford will bring investment, new jobs and "high-quality" accommodation to the city centre.
"We know neighbours may be worried about disruption during the construction phase, so I'm glad to see that clear plans are in place to minimise this and continue the open communication with residents, market traders and local businesses. Keeping Gloucester Green Market and surrounding shops open throughout the works is especially important, and we will continue working closely with everyone involved to make sure the area remains a vibrant and welcoming place," he added.
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