People are invited to help shape the future of Carlisle at events this week.
The draft Carlisle Masterplan sets out a vision, strategy and potential projects for the city over the next 25 years.
Cumberland Council said it would take a leading role in delivering the plan, working with partners, officials, businesses and the wider community to shape the area.
The authority added that all proposals would require further detailed feasibility assessment and design prior to being confirmed and delivered.
Over the lifespan of the masterplan, the council said it would continuously review whether the pipeline of proposals needs to be refreshed.
Engagement events will be held at the Assembly Rooms in the Old Town Hall in Carlisle on:
- Wednesday July 15 from 3pm to 7pm
- Monday July 20 from 10am to 1pm
- Wednesday July 22 from 2pm to 6pm
An online consultation is also available at https://www.cumberland.gov.uk/planning-and-building-control/regeneration-project/carlisle-masterplan
People have until Friday July 31 to get involved.
The masterplan says opportunities include:
- Drawing on the city’s strategic location in relation to transport, energy to support inward investment and economic development.
- Leveraging the completion of the Carlisle Southern Link Road to transform how traffic moves around the city, improve regional accessibility and reduce the impact of traffic on the city centre.
- Growing the role and presence of the university in the city.
- Making the most of the city’s many assets and proximity to rural destinations to create a more active visitor economy, including better accommodation.
- Continuing the momentum for public realm enhancement to transform the rest of the city centre.
- Developing brownfield sites and low-intensity uses to provide new uses which complement the city centre and help to deliver new homes
Mark Fryer, leader of Cumberland Council, said: “There has been significant investment in Carlisle and the recent improvement work in the city centre has provided significant benefits.
“We need to build on the momentum and support the city’s economic future.
“The draft masterplan represents a vision and a strategy that sets the direction for regeneration in the city for the next 25 years and beyond.”
