City seeks expressions of interest in leasing two Norlane buildings

THE City of Greater Geelong are seeking expressions of interest in leasing two city-owned Norlane buildings.

A childcare centre, City Learning and Care – Trude Moritz and a maternal child health facility previously called the Sparks Road address home.

It is intended that the two buildings will be leased together by an interested community group or business with an approximate land area of 1,765sqm.

Geelong mayor Trent Sullivan hoped the process will see the facilities re-activated.

“We’re keen to hear proposals from interested community groups and businesses with ideas to give these buildings new life,” he said.

“We’re especially hoping to see the site returned to being a place that brings benefit for the local community.”

The expressions of interest process allows applicants to show their interest and how the property will be suitable for their needs, they will also be required to meet a number of objectives and outcomes outlined by the city.

Geelong deputy mayor Anthony Aitken said the city regularly received requests for space, especially in the northern suburbs.

“I am proud we are calling for Expression of Interest from the community to save and repurpose this space.

It’s expected that an investment into renewing the facilities will be required to make them fit for purpose at the expense of the successful applicant.

Site inspections will be available by appointment with the city’s property and leasing team.

The community can also have their say on how they would like to see the buildings used, with their responses being considered as part of the assessment process.

Expressions of interest are open now and will close on April 26 at 5pm.

For more information on the expression of interest process for the two Norlane properties, head to yoursay.geelongaustralia.com.au/TMCLeaseEOI