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Community feedback on Drouin Commercial Place Precinct wanted from Baw Baw Shire Council
Council seeking community feedback on Drouin Commercial Place Precinct, the opportunity is now open for four weeks, closing on Thursday 26 May 2022.
The community is invited to have their say on draft concept designs for improvement works on Drouin's Commercial Place Precinct and laneways to revitalise the area and improve safety, accessibility and activation for users.
Draft concept design of improved pathways, gardens and a safer pedestrian crossing along Commercial Place in Drouin
Draft concept designs
Draft concept designs have been prepared showcasing a proposed scope of works which include:
- Returning Commercial Place to a one-way street from the upper car park through to Hope Street to enable footpath widening, pedestrian crossing safety improvements, new street furniture and new gardens and trees
- New wayfinding signage throughout the area and laneways
- Maintaining access for service and delivery vehicles while better defining pedestrian spaces
- Laneway improvements include new paving, gardens, lighting and opportunities for murals and public art
The draft concept designs have been carefully considered with user experience in mind and aim to elevate the precinct as a valued community space by:
- Improving pedestrian accessibility and addressing existing accessibility constraints
- Improving safety, quality and amenity of public space
- Make laneways connecting Commercial Place to Princes Way valued public spaces
- Encourage usage and development as a commercial frontage, not just a back of shop service/utility area
This consultation opportunity is now open for four weeks, closing on Thursday 26 May 2022.
Community feedback wanted
Following this initial consultation period, community feedback will be consolidated and considered to further refine the concept designs. The refined concept designs will then form the basis of detailed design and construction works which will take place in the future.
For full project details including detailed draft concept designs and the opportunity to have your say, go to Commercial Place Improvement Works page. The draft concept designs have been prepared as part of key priorities identified in the Drouin Township Plan 2020.
Improvement and safety
Mayor Cr Michael Leaney said, "At the heart of these plans is the goal to bring the Commercial Lane Precinct in line with modern user expectations and universal accessibility standards. We want to deliver a safer roadway, better footpaths and crossings, and improve the general look and feel of the area to give it a real identity and sense of space."
"There is also a real opportunity to improve and encourage commercial usage of the space which would be a welcome boost for Drouin's economy. We encourage local residents, business owners and visitors to review the proposed plans and have your say." Cr Leaney said.
Pictures from Baw Baw Shire Council website.
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