Weymouth and Portland National Sailing AcademyImprovements include a longer slipway and more race-boat parking, lifting and mooring facilities.
A consultancy team appointed by the Olympic Delivery Authority will undertake design work and environmental studies before submitting a planning application in Spring 2007.
Bill Ludlow, Chairman of the Sailing Academy, said: "We very much welcome the progress being made on the project to enhance the facilities at the Academy.
"In addition to meeting the needs of the Games these works will help us in our work to enable more people to learn and participate in the sport. They will be a permanent legacy for young people, the region and the sport of sailing in the UK."
13 June 2006
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