Thursday, November 14, 2024

Hull names urban design consultancy to develop vision for city’s future

Hull City Council has appointed urban design practice Planit to lead the development of a vision for the future of the city.

Creation of a new vision for the city centre will be a key milestone in building Hull’s role as a regional hub for enterprise, investment and growth.

Over the next six months, Planit and their wider team of regeneration experts, will engage with Hull businesses, residents and stakeholders to develop a plan designed to stimulate the economy, respond to climate change and develop sustainable neighbourhoods.

Cllr Paul Drake-Davis said: “We want residents of our city to have a say in its future, a city they can feel proud of and a place where people want to live and visit.

“Alongside ensuring our communities thrive, our city centre must thrive alongside it. We have set out to create a new long-term vision for the heart of our city that makes the most of its assets.

“The new vision will build on existing plans to use the city’s strengths to create a thriving economy with job opportunities for everyone and a healthy place to live with access to affordable housing, green spaces and great opportunities to experience our culture and heritage.”

The master planning work is part of a £19.3m Government-funded programme to unlock key sites and regenerate areas of the city centre.

Andy Roberts, director of urban design at Planit, added: “It’s such an exciting time for this legendary maritime city which has great historical significance, not only for the UK, but the rest of the world.

“Committed to a regenerative future, we are passionate about preservation and building cities that can adapt. We’re delighted to play a central role in Hull’s development.”

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