15 February 2000

Extension On Views’ Date

St Albans’ residents now have longer to give their views on the neighbourhood plan being prepared by the Christchurch City Council.

Views on the plan, which aims to retain and build on the physical and social character of the suburb, will close on Friday, 25 February.

The Council has said it recognises that the designation of land for the northern arterial road through St Albans has had a negative impact on the area. As a result, money has been allocated for physical improvement works.

Projects such as the improvement of parks and the use of alternative planning and roading treatments to strengthen the identity of streets will be considered.

The plan aims to improve the appearance and character of St Albans by the development of streets and open spaces, to improve traffic circulation and safety, to improve pedestrian and landscape links, and to encourage good building and site design for the location.

Boundaries of the plan are Bealey Avenue, Springfield Road, Hills Road and Warrington Street.

Views can be sent to the Christchurch City Council’s urban design team of the Environmental Policy and Planning Unit.

 Further information:

• Josie Schroder,
• assistant planner:
• 941 8932.