Mr West, who is a full-time carer for his daughter who uses a wheelchair, said originally there was nothing to stop parking on the square, which could create problems with parked cars, pedestrians and through traffic.

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The original proposal included provision for 400 flats, a hotel, restaurant and leisure facilities, shops and offices, as well as a new town square and parking for 1, 000 cars.

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In all, Gilbert owns 2 million square feet of office space and 1 million square feet of parking, nearly all of it occupied.

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