The master plan was to devise a strategy for the comprehensive redevelopment of the ground over a period of 5 years, building on a gift of £8 million and in tandem with developing part of the existing site, to ensure the long term future of first class cricket at the County Ground.

The scheme proposed a phased development to allow cricket to continue while redeveloping the old pavilion, constructing new stands on 3 sides of the ground, a new health club and training facilities, the redevelopment of the existing pub and entrance area with a new building of 48 flats, underground car parking, pub, restaurant, club offices, reception and shop.