Guildford Borough Council is currently considering an ambitious programme of environmental improvements in North Street. A number of problems have been identified with the street at the moment. Large numbers of vehicles use the street, there are high levels of pollution and a higher than average number of accidents to cyclists and pedestrians. There is little space within the street which is devoted solely to pedestrians, and little or no trees or landscaping. The paved surfaces, the street furniture (ie seats, litter bins etc) and the market could all do with improvement. It is intended to create a much more pleasant environment for people who shop and work in North Street and to make it a place people will want to linger in and enjoy.
The proposals include:
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the creation of new public spaces, by narrowing the road and removing car parking |
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the enhancement of existing areas |
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increasing the area devoted to pedestrians and improving their safety |
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reducing the impact of vehicles ยท new landscaping and tree planting |
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new lighting, paving and street furniture |
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improvements to the street market |
The first phase of the development of a pedestrian-friendly North Street is starting with the creation of a larger public space outside Guildford Library. New street 'furniture' will be developed to fit in with the new look, and existing facilities (cycle parking, bus stop etc.) will be enhanced by trees.
Contact Kay Munt for further details (01483) 444668.
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