A closer look at the Masterplan
Thursday, 15 July 2010
The Walled Town.
THE Carrickfergus Masterplan was launched in the Town Hall by Social Development Minister Alex Attwood last week.
It was commissioned in January 2009 by the DSD in Partnership with Carrickfergus Borough Council and the Carrickfergus Development company. It represents a 15-20 year vision of Carrickfergus town Centre and will be used by both the public and private sectors to guide regeneration and development decisions.
The Masterplan documents outline its vision for the future: "Carrickfergus Town Centre will be an attractive, healthy, relaxed and safe place to work, live and visit, welcoming to all, including families and young people.
Its reputation for excellence and high quality will focus on history and heritage, culture and the arts, leisure, niche retailing and maritime activities. Carrickfergus will be a distinctive town with a unique blend of both ancient and modern, including state-of-the-art infrastructure, public realm and lively streets."
The key features of the masterplan are as follows:
*Appropriate redevelopment of vacant and derelict town centre properties, introducing new town centre uses
*Comprehensive upgrade of public realm, using high quality materials and craftsmanship
*Reshaping of the De Courcy shopping centre to establish retail via covered streets and spaces
*Conservation of the Town Walls, coupled with improved access and historic interpretation
*Strengthened connection of Shaftsbury Park with adjacent spaces and buildings
*Redesign of Marine Gardens and beach to become a public park of national significance
*Restoration of Fisherman's Quay with new facilities for water sports and fishing
*Regeneration of Irish Quarter West, including infill development and public realm
*Reduction of the Marine Highway in width to create a street
*Improved access arrangements to, from and within the Castle
*landmark Arts and Visitor Centre supporting the Castle and local artists
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