FOR DEVELOPERS
This Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) serves to outline the shared ethical commitments, responsibilities, and expectations between the Developer and the Arts Organisation to foster a transparent, ethical, and mutually beneficial collaboration that supports the integration of art within property development projects.
High-Level Points and Descriptions
1. Vision and Purpose Alignment
○ Description: The Developer underlines their commitment to integrating art within the development in a way that enhances community engagement, beautifies public spaces, and reflects local culture.
2. Commitment to Transparency
○ Description: Clear and open communication shall be maintained at all stages of the scheme and potential future partnership, including planning,
decision-making related to public art and community engagement.
3. Respect for Artistic Integrity
○ Description: The Developer will respect the autonomy and creative direction
and links to the community of the Arts Organisation, ensuring that commercial pressures do not compromise artistic decisions.
4. Ethical Engagement with the Local Community
○ Description: Both parties commit to ensuring that the voices and values of
the local community are represented and respected throughout the project.
5. Diversity and Inclusion
○ Description: The Developer and the Arts Organisation will promote diversity
in artistic representation, ensuring that artists from various backgrounds are
considered, included and where possible utilised.
6. Compliance with Legal and Regulatory Frameworks
○ Description: Both parties will ensure compliance with all relevant local,
national, and international laws and regulations about property development,
public art, and community engagement.
7. Conflict Resolution Mechanism
○ Description: Both parties will establish and adhere to a transparent and
agreed-upon process for resolving any disputes that arise during the
partnership.
8. Roles and Responsibilities
○ Description: Clear delineation of the roles and responsibilities of each party,
ensuring accountability and clarity in the collaboration.
9. Financial Transparency
○ Description: Both parties will commit to full financial transparency, with open
disclosure of budgets, funding sources, and expenditures related to the
project.
10. Ethical Sourcing of Materials
● Description: Materials used in the creation of artworks, installations, or
property development will be sourced ethically, respecting sustainability and
fair trade practices.
11. Environmental Responsibility
○ Description: The project will adopt environmentally responsible practices,
reducing waste and promoting sustainability in construction and artistic
production.
12. Community-Focused Objectives
● Description: The Arts Organisation and the Developer will jointly develop
objectives that serve the local community, such as education, engagement,
and cultural enhancement.
13. Public Accessibility
○ Description: Any artistic installations or cultural projects will be publicly
accessible and designed to enhance public spaces, promoting inclusivity and
engagement.
14. Support for Emerging Artists
○ Description: The Developer will commit to supporting emerging local artists,
providing platforms for them to display their work and contributing to their
career development.
15. Cultural Sensitivity
○ Description: Artworks and installations will be culturally sensitive, respecting
the traditions, values, and history of the local community.
16. Long-Term Legacy
○ Description: Both parties will work to ensure that the collaboration leaves a
lasting positive legacy, including permanent installations or ongoing
community programs.
17. Fair Compensation for Artists
○ Description: The Arts Organisation will ensure that all artists involved are
compensated fairly for their work, adhering to industry standards and best
practices.
18. Regular Reviews and Updates
○ Description: Both parties will commit to regular reviews of the project’s
progress, ensuring that goals are met and adjustments are made as
necessary.
19. Promotion and Marketing
○ Description: Both parties will collaborate on promoting the project in a way
that highlights the benefits to the community and the significance of the art
involved.
20. Educational Initiatives
○ Description: The collaboration will include opportunities for educational
programs that engage local schools, universities, and the public with the art
being produced.
21. Ownership and Intellectual Property
○ Description: Clear agreements on the ownership of artworks and intellectual
property rights will be established, ensuring protection for both the Developer
and the artists.
24. Respect for Timeframes
○ Description: Both parties commit to respecting agreed-upon timeframes, with
flexibility where necessary, to ensure the successful completion of the project.
25. Cultural and Social Impact Assessment
○ Description: An assessment will be conducted to evaluate the cultural and
social impact of the project on the local community, guiding future decisions.
26. Documentation and Archiving
○ Description: The project will be thoroughly documented, including artistic
processes, community engagement, and final outcomes, ensuring a record
for future reference.
27. Use of Local Resources and Talent
○ Description: Priority will be given to using local resources, artists, and
materials, supporting the local economy and minimising environmental
impact.
28. Stakeholder Engagement
○ Description: Regular updates will be provided to all relevant stakeholders,
including local governments, community groups, and other invested parties.
29. Collaborative Decision-Making
○ Description: Decisions related to artistic aspects and community involvement
will be made collaboratively between the Developer and the Arts
Organisation.
30. End of Project Evaluation
○ Description: Upon completing the engagement, both parties will conduct a
thorough evaluation to measure success against the stated goals, identifying
strengths and areas for improvement for future collaborations.
31. Use of Arts Organisation's Contact Network for Introductions
● Description: The Developer may seek introductions to third parties via the
Arts Organisation's contact network; however, any introductions must be
clearly communicated to the Arts Organisation in advance. Both parties agree
that these introductions will be handled with full transparency and due
consideration of the Arts Organisation’s reputation, ensuring that no individual
or organisation introduced will negatively impact the Arts Organisation’s
standing or values.