A decade-long regeneration of Chester is set to proceed after the council granted approval for the development masterplan.
The Chester City Gateway project, led by a partnership of Cheshire West & Chester Council, Network Rail and LCR, is set to transform the area around Chester railway station.
The masterplan, to be delivered over the next 10 years, features over 600 new homes, an improved gateway from the station into the city, enhanced public realm, introduction of a new pedestrian and cycle bridge, and consolidation of car parking space within the city centre.
Network Rail group property director Robin Dobson said: “As a major landowner and long-term investor in regeneration projects, we have an ability to create partnerships such as these around vital transport hubs.
“The combination of development and infrastructure expertise generates real value and will help to deliver an improved neighbourhood for Chester’s communities and visitors, alongside driving wider economic growth for the region.”
Following approval of the masterplan by the council, the partnership will now work towards appointing a design team to develop detailed plans for the first phase of regeneration, which will then be subject to further community consultation and planning approval.
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