Updated Plans for Liverpool Waterfront Regeneration

Community

Engagement

Peel Waters carried out a community engagement initiative last year, and the feedback revealed that Liverpool residents were enthusiastic and positive about the ongoing regeneration of the Liverpool waterfront. This feedback from the local community has played a crucial part in shaping the design and objectives of the project.

Some of the ideas suggested for the project were, to create more public green spaces and make further efforts to preserve unique features of the docks to maintain the heritage it holds. Creating diverse and affordable housing and enhancing community connectivity were also suggestions made numerous times in the feedback. Sustainability, better access to public transport, and infrastructure to support cycling throughout the area were also a key point mentioned.

Chris Capes, development director for Liverpool Waters, created a new master plan that incorporates the given feedback and will enhance the city of Liverpool and everyone who lives and works there. The developers submitted the updated master plan to Liverpool City Council in mid-June.

The plans include developing a public park and essential infrastructure to hold over 2,300 new homes. Additionally, they are aiming to improve infrastructure for cycling and better integrate public transport. The revised master plan will further align with Peel Waters’ broader strategy for environmental and economic sustainability. Creating communities, reducing the impact of climate change, and reducing the need for travel by car will create a better environment for everyone living, working, or visiting in the city.

The scheme aims to not only boost the city’s housing supply but also to attract new businesses and act as a catalyst for growth in Liverpool’s commercial and business districts. Once finished with the waterfront regeneration, Liverpool will be in a position to compete with other worldwide cities in terms of its waterfront attractions and economic strength.